Friday, 15 November 2024

Reporter: D. Ong

Pre-Existing Home Prices Dropped For First Time In 11 Years In February

'Mortgage Rates Fall for 3rd Consecutive Week, Downtrend Expected To Continue

Mortgage rates have fallen for the third consecutive week after climbing to nearly 8% in October.

Inflation And Tight Housing Market Push Australians Into Rental Crisis

'Baltimore City Council Advances Inclusionary Housing Bill

If passed, the bill would require residential building with 20 or more units to set aside 10% of their rental units for residents earning 60% or less of the area's median income.

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'Brooklyn Celebrates Grand Opening of 49 Affordable Housing Units on Top of Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library's affordable housing units are the first of their kind in the city.

EDITOR'S PICKS

'Home Renovation Loan: 3 Things To Consider Before You Get One

Before applying for a home renovation loan, there are three key things to consider to ensure a smooth process. Find out more in this article.

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'Real Estate Attorney: When Do You Need One?

Some states require the presence of a real estate attorney at closing or during a purchase or sales transaction. This guide helps you find out when you need to hire a real estate lawyer and why having one is beneficial to you.

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'Landlords in LA Can Increase Rent Prices for the First Time Since 2020

The LA City Council on Tuesday voted in favor of allowing landlords to increase their rent up to 6% starting Feb. 1, 2024.

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'The Pros and Cons of Buying Prefabricated Homes

Prefab homes are gaining popularity amid high housing prices and mortgage rates. In this article, we'll explore the pros and cons of buying a manufactured home.

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'Mortgage Rates See Huge Drop for 30-Year Term; 15-Year Term Holds Steady

The average rate on 30-year mortgage terms fell to 7.875% Tuesday due to a sharp bond market rally.

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'Best Time to Start Home Renovation -- And Everything You Need to Consider

Home renovations can be done any time of the year, but careful planning can help you save money on remodeling projects. Here's a quick guide on the best time to renovate.

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'US Housing Prices 2024: 5 Cheapest States To Buy Your Next Home

Home affordability can vary depending on the state. Here are the five states with the most affordable home prices in the nation.

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'Four Bay Area Realtors Charged in $55M Mortgage Fraud Scheme

Four real estate professionals in the Bay Area were charged in connection to a fraud scheme that ran between May 2019 and August 2023.

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'Don Jr. Praises Dad's Real Estate Portfolio in New York Civil Fraud Trail

Don Jr. called his father an "artist with real estate" during his testimn

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'How Much Do You Need To Buy a Home in the United States?

As of August 2023, the average house cost in the United States hit $420,000, which means buyers must earn a six-figure income to afford a median-priced home.

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'Taylor Swift's 5 Most Expensive Homes

Since launching her music career in 2006, global superstar Taylor Swift has built a real estate portfolio worth at least $80 million.

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'Robin Williams' San Francisco Home for Sale: Price and Features

The 10,598-square-foot San Francisco mansion of late comedian Robin Williams has recently hit the market for $25 million.

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