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Why Homes Aren’t Selling
Home sales have been softer than analysts have predicted, and it’s really no surprise. Prices aren’t really that attractive, even with all the home price declines; affordability is only historically high because mortgage rates are at record low levels. That’s ... Read More »
No Rush to Buy a Home
I follow the real estate market pretty intently, and I’ve actually considered purchasing some real estate myself, given the fact that bargains are beginning to emerge. But at the same time, I don’t think there is any rush whatsoever to ... Read More »
Most Undervalued Cities in the United States
I already touched upon the most overvalued cities in the United States, so let’s talk about undervalued areas. Those are the ones we might want to invest in, right? As one may have guessed, the hard-hit, foreclosure-riddled Las Vegas metro ... Read More »
Most Overvalued Cities in the United States
Plenty has changed over the past four years in the real estate world. Home prices have plummeted, large banks and mortgage lenders have gone out of business, and millions have received foreclosure notices. But as the dust begins to settle, ... Read More »
Top Investment Real Estate Markets for 2010
If you’re in the market for an investment property, you may be wondering where to buy in 2010. Well, a company that specializes in analyzing the “best” investment properties could make your search a little bit easier. FinestExpert.com gathers and ... Read More »
Don’t Buy the Most Expensive House on the Block
Buying a home isn’t easy. There are a number of things that can and will go wrong, from the financing falling through, to the appraisal coming in low, to seeing your offer on that dream house get trumped by another ... Read More »
Who Qualifies as a First Time Home Buyer?
Real Estate Q&A: “Who qualifies as a first time home buyer?” With all the fuss about the first-time home buyer tax credit, you’re probably wondering if you’re eligible. Well, the tax credit can only be used towards the purchase of ... Read More »
Home Prices Sold in My Neighborhood
If you want a good idea as to what your home might sell for, or what one may cost, you need to go local; forget about national home prices. Who cares if home prices are falling in Denver if they’re ... Read More »
When Will Home Prices Rise?
There’s been a ton of talk about home price declines over the past couple years, but now a bit of optimism is starting to shine through, at least in select markets. So, when will home prices rise, and why? SmartMoney.com ... Read More »
U.S. Home Prices to Return to Peak in 2020
There’s been plenty of talk of a housing bottom, but home prices may not rebound for another decade, according to a report from Celia Chen of Moody’s Economy.com. She said home prices won’t return to their 2006 peak levels until ... Read More »