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Real Estate News: Cost Of New Homes Increases As Cash Sales Continue To Decline

Cash sales of homes continue to decline while costs of building a home increases. Find out the new home features that buyers are looking for.

Is the Israel Real Estate Market Picking Up Momentum?

There has been an increase in real estate deals for the month of October and November. Is the trend in Israel's housing prices about to shift? According to the Globes, new figures for new and second hand housing real estate transactions in the month of October published by the Ministry of Finance seem to suggest so.

High Price in Vancouver Real Estate Market Could Create Economic and Environmental Concerns According to Experts

Vancouver high housing cost may actually lead to serious problems according to experts. The director of the school of community and regional planning at the University of British Columbia, Penny Gurstein, warned high prices among real estate properties can create an economic and environmental concern.

Tories' Housing Benefit Cut Could Result to Higher Rent by 2020, Research Says

It's the renters that are most affected, especially the disabled and the elderly. It's a surprise that was not expected nor appreciated. With the rent cost rising and the most recent housing benefits axe done by Tories, which is considered cruel, tenants will be worse off for £1,000 a year.

India Real Estate: Economy Growth Has Opposite Effect On Real Estate Sector, Government Data Suggests

People have lost confidence in real estate developers. Government data suggest that India is world's fastest growing economy at seven to seven point five percent growth rate.

Real Estate News: Commercial Real Estate and Economic Development (CREED) Act Passed in the Congress, Reinstates 504 Debt-Refinancing Program

The National Association of Development Companies (NADCO) has announced that the Commercial Real Estate and Economic Development (CREED) Act has been passed in the congress and will permanently reinstate the debt-financing element in the 504 loan program of the Small Business Association.

Australia Real Estate News: California-Based Reading International Acquires Two Entertainment-Themed Retail Centers in Australia

The California-based Reading International has announced the acquisition of the Cannon Park City Centre and the Cannon Park Discount Centre in Townsville, Queensland, Australia for a total of $23.0 million.

Miami Most Difficult Place To Rent in the US, Study Says

The constant rising rents are financially affecting Miami residents more than anyone else in the United States, as a new study reveals that the Florida city is apparently the most difficult place to rent in the country.

India's Real Estate Bill Is Still on Hold; Changes in Real Estate Ecosystem Expected Soon

The passing of India's Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill 2015 has not yet been approved by the Parliament as it ended its session. The supposed bill which is expected to make some changes in the real estate ecosystem of India was left untouched by the parliament.

Real Estate Trends To Look Out For in 2016

Here is a quick glimpse of what the real estate market will be like in the coming year. It's 2016 already in a couple of Day but analysts and real estate experts have already foreseen five real estate trends for the coming year.

Mexico Real Estate News: FIBRA Prologis Purchases 502,000 Square Feet of Logistic Space in Monterrey for $38 Million

Mexico's leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate, FIBRA Prologis, has announced that they have purchased a 502,000-square-foot of logistic space in Monterrey.

Louisville, Kentucky Real Estate Market Set Its Own Trend, Expected To Perform Better in 2016

Louisville, Kentucky real estate market is promising, except for the dark hole that is affordable housing.

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.

Quicken Loans: 'Planning To Invest In A Home? Buy Now'

People who are planning to buy a house or refinance an existing real estate loan only have a three- to six-month window before mortgage rates increase. A day after the Federal Reserve announced that they are increasing their interest rates, Quicken Loans CEO Bill Emerson encouraged prospective homeowners to make a move before it is already too late.

US Rental Market Dilemma: Why You Can't Afford Rent Even If You Make A Decent Salary

Recent studies show that apartment developers have largely been catering to wealthy renters. As a result, the average asking rent dramatically increased, outpricing low and middle-income renters.

Real Estate Tips: What Are The Disadvantages Of Sharing Your Home With A Roommate?

As rents in many major real estate markets like San Francisco and Los Angeles soar, taking on a roommate to help pay the bills has become a trend. While having a roommate may make things easier financially, there are also disadvantages in having one.

Real Estate Predictions: Mortgage Rate Hike Forecasted To Favor Investors In Denver Property Market

Last December 16, the Federal Reserve announced an increase in their interest rates. The said hike is generally expected to raise mortgage costs but experts are assuring prospective homeowners in Denver not to worry. The upcoming months may be a great time to put their money into a home as they are predicting that the Fed hike will possibly bring the real estate market's supply and demand more into balance and that it could work in favor of investors.