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HOUSING PREDICTIONS FOR THE NEXT 5 YEARS. WHAT RETURNS CAN YOU EXPECT?

Key takeaways The housing market is a hot topic right now, and after experiencing rapid growth over the pandemic years it looks to now be slowing down.Experts are expecting real…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

November 29, 2022

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Don’t Rely On Your Insurance Agent

Every property owner needs insurance coverage that properly reflects the specifics of their particular property or development project. Insurance agents sell that insurance. They often also help the property owner…

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November 25, 2022

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RISING INTEREST RATES MEAN SMALLER HOMES FOR BUYERS

The rapidly rising interest rates are forcing homebuyers in the U.S. to settle for significantly smaller homes. For buyers with a $3,000 monthly budget for housing, the median-size home considered…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

November 22, 2022

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FIVE THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS

The interior design industry has been trying for years to break homeowners’ addiction to granite counters. They’ve introduced stainless, concrete, glass, quartz, wood, marble and other ideas to wean people…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

November 17, 2022

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Rising interest rates have begun to slow an overheated housing market as monthly mortgage payments have risen dramatically since the beginning of the year. This is leaving some people who want to purchase a…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

November 15, 2022

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Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today

Every time there’s a news segment about the housing market, we hear about the affordability challenges buyers are facing today. Those headlines are focused on how much mortgage rates have…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

November 10, 2022

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The Majority of Americans Still View Homeownership as the American Dream

Buying a home is a powerful decision, and it remains a key part of the American Dream. In fact, the 2022 Consumer Insights Report from Mynd found the majority of people polled still view…

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November 8, 2022

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Sell Your House Before the Holidays

As you look ahead to the winter season, you’re likely making plans and thinking about what you want to achieve before the year ends. One of those key decision points…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

November 3, 2022

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What happens to housing when there’s a recession?

Since the 2008 housing bubble burst, the word recession strikes a stronger emotional chord than it ever did before. And while there’s some debate around whether we’re officially in a…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

November 1, 2022

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Millennials Are Still a Driving Force of Today’s Buyer Demand

If you’re thinking about selling your house but wondering if buyers are still out there, know that there are still people who are searching for a home to buy today. And your…

Written by Nick Wagenknecht

October 27, 2022

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