Thursday, 14 November 2024

Reporter: D. Ong

Stores Continue To Close And Offices Remain Empty In Downtown San Francisco

'A Record Number of Office Buildings Will Be Repurposed Into Apartment Units in 2024: Study

More than 55,000 apartment units are set to be created from converted office buildings across the United States.

Your Pet Project: Getting Your Home Ready for a New Dog

'5 Things To Consider When Shopping for a Home as a Fur-Parent

If you're a fur parent planning to go house hunting soon, here are five factors to keep in mind when shopping for a home.

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'Debunking 5 Common Home-Buying Myths

There are many advices about homeownership that can potentially lead homebuyers down the wrong path. Here are some of the most common myths.

EDITOR'S PICKS

'This Scenic Town in Croatia Is Now Selling Homes for Just 13 Cents

Hopeful homebuyers must be under 45 years old, in a marital or extramarital partnership, and have no criminal record to purchase a home for only 13 cents.

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'Canada Sets Two-Year Cap on International Students Amid Housing Crisis

Canada's new measure will decrease the number of study permits issued to foreign students by 35%.

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'Single Women Own More Homes in the US Than Single Men: Study

A recent study found that single women in the US now own 2.7 million more homes than single men.

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'Real Estate 101: 5 Tips To Taking Better Photos for Property Listing

In the world of real estate, especially in home selling, first impressions matter. Taking the best photos of your property play a crucial role in attracting potential buyers and closing sales. Here are our top tips.

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'California Launches New Program Offering Homebuyers $250 Million in Down Payment Assistance

The state's new down payment assistance program will be overseen by the California Housing Financing Agency.

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'Mortgage Rate May Drop Below 6% This Year: Fannie Mae

Mortgage rates for the 30-year fixed rate are expected to fall to 5.8% this year, a sharp revision from a previous forecast of 6.5% for late 2024.

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'5 Tips To Getting Low Interest Rates on Your Mortgage

Securing a low-interest rate on your mortgage can make homeownership more affordable. If you're looking for steps to improve your rates, our list of essential tips may help.

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'Real Estate Guide: The Common Pitfalls of Buying a Foreclosed Home

Buying a foreclosed home can be tempting, especially if you're looking to save money. However, it can also come with pitfalls that first-time homebuyers may not be aware of. Here is a list of things to be aware of when purchasing foreclosed homes.

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'Mortgage Rates Drop To Lowest in 7 Months, Homebuilder Sentiment Surges

The mortgage rates for both the 30-year and 15-year terms dropped in the week ending Jan. 18.

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'3 Real Estate Trends To Watch Out for in 2024

If you're thinking of buying or selling a home this year, here are three real estate trends to be aware of.

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'Real Estate Investment: Experts Share 6 Tips To Be Succesfull in the Industry

Two real estate experts shared their top secrets for making a successful investment in the real estate market.

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'5 Pest Prevention Tips To Try at Home in 2024

If you're looking for fool-proof ways to keep your home free of pests, here are effective prevention strategies to try.

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