real estate

3 Things That Show You Are Unprofessional and Can Annoy Your Real Estate Agent

Do you deal professionally in real estate? Here are three things that can annoy your real estate agent.

Real Estate Investment: What to Ask Sellers Before Meeting Them in Person

If you are conversing with sellers, it is significantly important that the right questions are asked. Questions that somehow prompt them to give out their selling motivation, for instance, is great. If you are not able to cover the important details, you are most likely going to spend some of your time spinning around the main point.

A Career in Real Estate? Yes, You Can be a Property Manager

Apartments are sprouting like wildflowers -- they are everywhere. Numerous managers are needed to oversee daily operations and manage emergency situations. The increasing number of rental and for-purchase properties have created employment opportunities which do not require experience, most of the time. Simply, people with common sense and a high school diploma can do the property management responsibility.

Real Estate Investment: Is Partnership for You?

Have you ever thought of getting an investing partner for the business? If so, have you also thought of the strategies that can somehow make you find the right partner?

Donald Trump’s Father Was Woody Guthrie’s Landlord, Balladeer Writes About Old Man Trump Being a Racist

In December 1950, the well-known folk singer who composed "This Land Is Your Land" Woody Guthrie, moved into a Brooklyn public housing project owned by Fred Trump, Donald Trump's father and found it to be isolated by a color line that discriminated against all black renters of his properties.

Decreasing Oil Prices Can Potentially Impact Housing, Says MBA

Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) latest chart shows that the dropping oil prices will have a possible impact on housing markets. It will lessen employment rates and will make it tough for many potential consumers to purchase residential properties.

Bill Raveis Appoints Sons in Top Positions to Ensure William Raveis Real Estate Business' Future Growth

CEO Bill Raveis has recently appointed his two sons, Chris and Ryan, as co-presidents of William Raveis, Inc.

Luxury Homes for Sale: Lincoln’s 5 Most Expensive Houses Hit the Market

Find out the 10 most expensive homes for sale in Lincoln and the amenities they offer, according to Woods Bros Realty.

Weiss Acquires Long Island City Crescent Club from Bonjour Capital for $97 Million

Weiss Realty bought a 17-story Long Island City rental property known as the Crescent Club for $97 million. This is the third time the property has been sold within four years since it was established.

San Francisco Real Estate Startup OneRent Makes Rental Processing Easier for Landlords and Property Managers

Real estate tech company OneRent.co wants to act as mediator between property owners and renters. The startup’s main goal is to help landlords and potential renters simplify the rental process.

Fox News Columnist Cal Thomas Wants People to Believe a Housing Crisis Is Hitting the US Again

Cal Thomas, tagged as “America’s most syndicated op-ed columnist” is confidently forecasting that the United States is inching towards another housing crisis.

The Link Between Lower Yields on Treasury Bonds and Mortgage Rates

Lower yields, lower mortgage rates. Many were afraid that when the Federal Reserve increased interest rates, the mortgage rates would also go up. However, as previously reported, mortgage rates will or can move on their own, with or without the rate changes dictated by the Federal Reserve because mortgage rates are affected by many factors and the rate increase is only one of them.

Home Sales Rebound in December, Real Estate Looks Promising for 2016

2015 closes with a major rise in the housing market, analysts are hopeful for a promising real estate industry for 2016.

Single Female Boomers: A Growing Group of Home Buyers

There's a new niche of home buyers that specifically caters to single retired females who are looking into buying bigger homes rather than downsizing.

Ex-NBA Player Tate George Sentenced to 9 Years in Prison for Real Estate Scam

The former basketball star was also ordered to pay up to $2.5 million in restitution and serve three years of supervised released.

UK Mortgage Lending Hits Highest Since 2008

The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) says mortgage lending in the United Kingdom has reached its highest in seven years.

Real Estate Budgeting: Cutting the Cost in Building a Pool

How to cut the cost in building a pool? Read now. The pool adds fun and adventure to your house that many owners just don't mind spending extra bucks for it.

3 Home Improvements That Ensure Return of Investment

Does your house need some renovating but you are afraid of the financial cost? Here are home improvement tips that can surely provide return of investment.

Rick Sharga is the New Ten-X Chief Marketing Officer

The new chief marketing officer is among the country's most quoted sources on mortgage, real estate, and even in foreclosure trends.

A Guide in Selling Homes This 2016, According to Realtors

In 2015, 37 percent of the sellers have provided incentives in order to attract more buyers. This year is the best time to sell a home. Based on a report by News Move, the housing market is predicted to be mostly the market for the sellers, full of increasing prices of homes, with comparatively low inventory as well as aggressive competition among buyers.

2016 Global Trends in Commercial Real Estate

The Federal Funds Rate will increase to at least 1.0 or above this year, with the ten-year Treasuries working fractionally greater toward its three percent mark.