Check Out the 10 Hottest Markets for SFR Investors
Investors who are looking to increase their footprint in the single-family rental (SFR) market should consider looking in one of the top 10 U.S. markets with the highest cap rate, according to data released by HomeUnion. The cap rate on an SFR property is calculated by dividing the net annual income on a property (gross […]
Macon Raine – a B2B Marketing Agency – Selected to Support DAWGS’ National Expansion
CHICAGO – Macon Raine, a B2B SEO and PPC content marketing agency, has announced a new strategic marketing partnership with DAWGS Inc. “The new partnership with DAWGs is exciting,” said Anne Tuisl, director of account management for Macon Raine. “DAWGs is doing amazing things to combat urban blight and encourage neighborhood reinvestment.” DAWGS has revolutionized […]
How Does the SFR Market Look Going into 2016?
While existing home sales experienced a major month-over-month decline in November above what was expected due to seasonality, the single-family rental market was alive and well during the month with higher-trending retention rates and generally stable or lower delinquency and vacancy rates, according to data reported by Morningstar Credit Ratings in its December 2015 Single-Family […]
House flipping: 5 tips for big returns
Home prices are rising at a fast clip, and for-sale listings are still very low. That makes flipping a house more competitive than ever today, but it also mean potentially record returns for investors. If you’re ready to put in the work, there is certainly good money to be made. Just be smart, as emotion-free […]
Investors Gravitating Toward New Homes for Single-Family Rental Market
There is a housing shift occurring in the investment market. Major investors are gravitating toward purchasing new homes for rental use. During the housing crash, big investors stocked up on thousands of foreclosed properties for single-family rentals with intentions of selling them when home prices recovered. But they didn’t. Now that the housing market is […]
Philly Homeowner Struggles After Copper Pipe Theft Causes Massive House Flood
A Northeast Philadelphia homeowner’s basement was underwater on Sunday, and authorities said theft of copper pipes from a house next door was to blame. “The basement has six feet of water in it, and everything’s damaged,” homeowner Kim McGinnis said. “My washer and hot water heater are underwater, and it’s a brand-new washer and brand-new […]
DAWGS joins the Mortgage Bankers Association
DAWGS Inc. (Door and Window Guard Systems), a leading provider of steel door and window guards for vacant property security, has joined the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The MBA membership base represents all segments of the real estate finance industry. The mission of the MBA is to provide an environment for its members to invest […]
Which States Have the Highest Concentration of the Remaining Foreclosure Inventory?
Foreclosure rates have steadily declined, but only a few states carry the bulk of the foreclosure inventory. According to CoreLogic. As of the end of October 2015 , only 16 states plus the District of Columbia had foreclosure rates higher than the national average for the month of 1.2 percent. The leaders were New Jersey […]
DAWGS Warns Property Owners to Secure Vacant Properties as Winter Approaches
As the temperature drops, vacant properties in distressed areas are especially vulnerable to squatters, fire and criminal activities. Homeless individuals, seeking shelter from the dropping temperatures and piling snow often seek shelter in vacant homes and buildings. Many of these vacant homes and buildings do not have a source of power – this is where […]
