But leaves door open for future hikes by year-end This week the Federal Reserve left short-term interest rates alone, but signaled more hikes could be on the horizon in late 2023. For the second time in three meetings, the Fed opted for a pause in its 17-month period of increasing borrowing ... Continue Reading » about The Fed Leaves Rates Alone for Now in September
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Home Flipping Transactions Down in 2023, Profits Up
Based on ATTOM Data's second-quarter 2023 U.S. Home Flipping Report, 84,350 single-family homes and condominiums in the United States were flipped in the second quarter of 2023. Those transactions represented 8 percent, or one of every 13 home sales, during the months running from April through June ... Continue Reading » about Home Flipping Transactions Down in 2023, Profits Up
U.S. Home Sales Dip 15 Percent Annually in August
According to the National Association of Realtors, existing-home sales moved lower in August 2023. Among the four major U.S. regions, sales improved in the Midwest, were unchanged in the Northeast, and slipped in the South and West. All four regions recorded year-over-year sales declines. Total ... Continue Reading » about U.S. Home Sales Dip 15 Percent Annually in August
Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal
When home buyers drive your neighborhood, or when Realtors are previewing for their clients, what do they see? You never get a second chance to make a first impression, so make sure your home has the The Wow Factor: Seven Quick Curb Appeal Tips that makes people go “wow.” Take a walk around your ... Continue Reading » about Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal
A Trusted Real Estate Advisor Provides Expert Advice
If you’re a homeowner or are planning to become one soon, you’re probably looking for clear information about today’s housing market. And if you’ve turned to the news or even just read headlines recently, you might feel like you’re left with more questions than answers. The best way to make sure you ... Continue Reading » about A Trusted Real Estate Advisor Provides Expert Advice
Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal
When home buyers drive your neighborhood, or when Realtors are previewing for their clients, what do they see? You never get a second chance to make a first impression, so make sure your home has the The Wow Factor: Seven Quick Curb Appeal Tips that makes people go “wow.” Take a walk around your ... Continue Reading » about Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal