Buy & Sell

Aspiring Homebuyers Need To Earn 80% More To Afford a House in the Current Market: Study

Homebuyers today would need to earn $47,000 more than they did pre-pandemic to afford a house. Americans hoping to purchase a home need to make 80% more than they did before the COVID-19 pandemic to comfortably afford a house in the current market, new research found.

Over 50% of Aspiring Homebuyers Cannot Afford a Down Payment: Survey

At least 54% of homebuyers said their income was not high enought to afford puchasing a home. More than half of homebuyers in the United States said the high cost of living is making it harder for them to afford a down payment and closing costs of purchasing a house, according to a new survey.

Selling Soon? Here’s Why You Should Get a Pre-Inspection Before Listing

Pre-inspection is a valuable step to consider before putting your property up for sale. Here's what it is and how you can benefit from having one before listing.

EDITOR'S PICKS

Inside Charlize Theron’s $3.8 Million Los Angeles Home, Now up for Sale

Charlize Theron purchased her $3.8 million Los Angeles Home in 2004 after she won the "Best Actress" Oscar award for her role in the movie Monster.
By D. Ong
Existing Home Sales Jumped 3% in January, but Mortgage Rates Are Keeping Buyers on the Sidelines

At least four million units of existing homes were sold in January on a seasonally adjusted annualized basis.
By D. Ong
5 Must-Haves To Attract Home Buyers This Spring

If you're a home seller planning to list your property, here are five must-haves to attract potential home buyers this spring.
By D. Ong
Renting 101: How to Rent No Credit Check Apartments

Renting an apartment without undergoing a credit check may be challenging, but it's entirely possible. Here's a guide on how to find no credit check apartments.
By D. Ong
3 Homebuying Tips Experts Say You Can Ignore

Some real estate tips are not reliable, even if they're commonly touted advice. Here are home buying tips you can ignore, accoridng to experts.
By D. Ong
10 Costs of Purchasing a Home That Every Buyer Should Know About

Many home buyers only prepare money to cover the property's purchase price. However, there are other costs associated with purchasing a home. Here's a list.
By D. Ong
What Is a Blind Offer and How Do Sellers Benefit From Making One?

One approach gaining popularity among home buyers in the real estate market is putting in a blind offer. In this article, we'll explore what it is and the potential pros and cons it has for sellers.
By D. Ong
5 Important Tips To Prevent Real Estate Fraud

With real estate fraud cases on the rise, it's important to know how to safeguard your investment and ensure you are not being exploited in a transaction. Here are some tips to prevent real estate fraud.
By D. Ong
A Guide to 5 Key Information Sellers Should Disclose To Potential Buyers

If you're planning on selling your property, here is a list of information that you are obligated to disclose to potential buyers.
By D. Ong
5 Outdated Home Selling Habits To Get Rid of in 2024

If you're planning on selling your home this year, here are some outdated habits to give up for good.
By D. Ong