11 House Design Trends to Watch For in 2021
One thing that 2020 taught us is to be prepared for the unexpected and face its challenges with composure and calm. We look back at the DIY adjustments we had to make in our homes as they were transformed into schools, offices, gyms, and getaway areas – and how we got...
Top 5 Real Estate Trends for June 2021
Let's dive right into some of the more timely trends we're seeing. Here's what's happening in real estate in June 2021. 1. Homes are selling at breakneck speeds It's no secret that inventory is low and demand is high, creating one of the most competitive housing...
These are the Best (and Worst) Places to Buy a Single-Family Rental
Investor profits are declining on single-family rentals. According to new data from ATTOM, the average rental yield is just 7.7% in 2021 -- down from 8.4% in 2020. The problem in many markets is rising home prices, which have jumped significantly since the pandemic...
Servicers Prepare for Forbearance Exits
As recently reported by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), there are approximately two million U.S. homeowners currently in forbearance plans. The number of homes in foreclosure declined for the 15th consecutive week, now comprising just 4.16% of all mortgage...
Mortgage Delinquency Rate Declines at Unprecedented Pace
The mortgage delinquency rate is improving at an unprecedented rate, researchers say. That's thanks in large part to a gradually recovering labor market. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Q1 report, the delinquency rate for mortgage loans on...
DAWGS Provides a Cost Effective Alternative to Plywood Board-Up
DAWGS has long touted the advantages of steel door and window panels to secure vacant properties, over its plywood/board-up counterpart. Not only is steel more cost effective over time, but DAWGS steel security rental solutions are sustainable and reusable. Steel is a...
What Not To Do In A Hot Housing Market
Tips From Flippers In a highly competitive real estate environment marked by a shortage of homes and escalating prices, many hopeful homebuyers are willing to do or pay almost anything to win the deal. But for real estate experts who have been buying and selling homes...
Best Places to Invest in Real Estate Now
With high buyer demand, decreased supply, and low mortgage interest rates, the housing market looks good in 2021. So, let's dig into some of the best places to invest, along with how to get your foot in the door in an in-demand real estate market. We'll also be...
America’s Top Ten Hottest Housing Markets Right Now.
Should Homeowners Sell High Or Stay Put? Everyone wants to get in early on the next big thing, whether it’s the latest electronic gadget or an online currency that’s about to take off. And real estate is no different. All across the country, prices are rising to new...