Is a Fixer-Upper the Right Choice?

Buying a fixer-upper can be an exciting and potentially rewarding endeavor, but it’s not for everyone. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, an investor, or someone looking to make a house your own, the decision to purchase a home in need of repairs requires careful thought. Here's a guide to help you assess if a fixer-upper is the right choice for you.

What’s Driving Homeowners to Move?

In today’s real estate market, many homeowners are making the decision to move for a variety of reasons, some driven by personal circumstances and others by broader economic factors. Whether they are seeking a change in lifestyle, better financial opportunities, or a response to shifting housing markets, several key motivators are influencing the decision to relocate.

Understanding Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility

Mortgage rates have been experiencing significant volatility in recent years, leaving homebuyers, sellers, and investors grappling with uncertainty. Several factors contribute to these fluctuations, each stemming from a mix of macroeconomic influences, policy decisions, and global events. Understanding these drivers is essential for navigating the current housing market.

Just a Crypto Enthusiast, in a real-estate World.

Not too long ago, it was normal to wait in line as the person ahead of you wrote on paper checks. Eventually, these "physical" payments made way to pay with cards, a fingerprint, and apps. This trend of tangible currencies becoming "invisible" transactions has made payments quicker and more convenient. Another payment trend is using cryptocurrency. Right now, these currencies are non-nation specific and...

Say, “I DO” to Cryptocurrency.

Preparing for the Cryptocurrency Revolution With all of the promise and hype around the cryptocurrency revolution, it can be difficult to break through the short-term noise in the community and determine how one should prepare. Scammers and self-proclaimed “crypto experts,” have begun using the excitement and confusion to their profitable advantage. While it can be challenging to navigate this space,...

Blockchain Technology: Get Familiar

As long as cryptocurrency is accepted as legal tender, homes, and eventually commercial and industrial properties, will continue to be purchased in this way. While it is difficult to say which cryptocurrency will reign supreme, it is clear that Bitcoin or another medium will play an increasing role in the real estate industry, and real estate industry experts will need to familiarize themselves with the...

In a long term commitment with Cryptocurrency

It has become increasingly clear that cryptocurrency will continue to make its way into real estate transactions. While Bitcoin and other mediums are not yet accepted in most places, here are five cities around the globe where Bitcoin, the most well-known cryptocurrency, is making moves in the real estate industry. 1. Lake Tahoe, California One of California’s famous vacation destinations, Lake Tahoe...

In a future of Ecocapsules

As the tiny-house movement gains popularity and sweeps through communities around the world, Ecocapsules, a company out of Bratislava, Slovakia, has brought the concept of tiny homes to what may be considered the brink of futuristic living.  Ecocapsule, the first truly independent micro-home, is a self-sustainable smart house powered solely by solar and wind energy. In addition to capturing energy...

Investing in a distressed Property? There’s something you must know…

When taking on a distressed property, it is important for new investors to take time to really consider both the market and their personal goals, and develop an appropriate investment strategy. Real estate, while potentially highly lucrative, can also spell disaster for the investor who doesn’t know how to avoid pitfalls that investors commonly make. Here are 4 things to keep in mind before taking on a...

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