Investing

The Santa Bubble: Why Mortgage Rates are Up Right Now

During the holiday season, interest rates rise by about 0.25 percent across the board, and buying a home this time won’t make buyers happy because they’re going to pay more for their loan than they would have before December. Here are some reasons why it is called the “Santa Bubble.”

Real Estate Tips: Renovations That Decrease Your Home Value

While it is true that renovation can bump up home value, there are certain improvements that create the adverse effect. Moves such as removing a bedroom, tearing down a closet, repurposing garage space and putting up more wallpapers than necessary can all lower down the value of a home.

Offshore Real Estate: Why Is The Caribbean The Perfect Piece Of Real Estate For Retirees?

A lot of seniors are hesitant to make an offshore investment in the Caribbean because they believe that real estate value in the islands are beyond their financial capacity. That is not exactly true. There are actually fabulous island locales that are affordable for retirees.
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