Why Everyone Is Talking About Mortgage Rates
Monday, 19 January 2015
Borrowing costs got even cheaper for home buyers and refinancers this week, as mortgage rates continued to descend. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.66 percent this week, the lowest weekly average since May 23, 2013, Freddie Mac reports in its weekly mortgage market survey. What’s more, the 15-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped below 3 percent, also
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Selling Your Home in 2015? Make 5 Resolutions for Success
Wednesday, 14 January 2015
If you’re considering selling your home in 2015, you should know that a lot has probably changed in the real estate market since you last sold. Knowing what works today will help you sell your home quickly and for top dollar. 1. Appeal to buyers using mobile devices. Today many home searches begin on a
Top Amenities Buyers Will Splurge On
Tuesday, 23 December 2014
Daily Real Estate News | Monday, December 22, 2014 New surveys are revealing some of the features that new-home buyers say are becoming a “must-have.” “Consumers today aren’t just looking for the biggest house on the block. They’re looking for more efficient use of space and a greater area allocated to ‘workhorse’ spaces, like the kitchen,”
5 Smart Things To Do Before Your Houseguests Arrive
Tuesday, 25 November 2014
Hosting family and friends make the holidays a special time of year, but having extra people staying in your home can put a strain on your home’s systems and appliances. Check out these five ways to avoid a holiday home breakdown: 1. Run your oven through its self-cleaning cycle long before the guests arrive. You’ll
Real Estate Myth Busters
Tuesday, 25 November 2014
Wondering if something is fact or fiction? Coldwell Banker answers questions about curb appeal, the importance of location, and the cost of remodeling.
Work starts on 21-story Harbour Island apartment tower
Thursday, 13 November 2014
TAMPA — Developers broke ground Wednesday on another high-rise apartment tower, this one on Harbour Island. “This will be a radically different skyline over the next five years,” Mayor Bob Buckhorn said. In addition to Tampa Bay Lightning owner Jeff Vinik’s plans for 24 acres around Amalie Arena that could include a medical school building
How To Pick A Great Exterior Paint Home Color
Tuesday, 19 August 2014
When your home is in need of a fresh coat of exterior paint, choosing the right color helps protect your home value. Blending in with the neighbors should be your top priority. Live in a community that has a homeowners association? Check with the association before buying paint. You’ll likely have to choose your paint
The Real Reasons Young Adults Live At Home
Tuesday, 12 August 2014
America is increasingly becoming a multigenerational country – about one in five households has an adult child living with a parent or grandparent. The last time we were so multigenerational was the 1950s. However, all those adult children living with their parents and grandparents has changed demand for homeownership. “The percent of young adults, aged
Housing Slowdown Could be Good for Buyers
Tuesday, 05 August 2014
The growing signs of a slowdown in the housing market might be good news for homebuyers. Slowing home prices – after the double-digit increases last year – mixed with still-low interest rates are making homes more affordable. In addition, the supply of homes for sale today represents 5.8 months of demand, the most since October
4 Quick Ways to Make Your Home More Attractive to Buyers
Monday, 21 April 2014
by Andrea Davis The time has come to sell your home—are you prepared? Do you need quick solutions to get top dollar for your home? Depending on its age and location, preparing a home for prospective buyers can be as simple as a few touch-ups or as involved as a few remodels and additions. If