omaha home values: Buying Costs Mount This Spring
- 03/19/18 10:21 AM
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Are you looking to purchase this spring? The combination of increasing prices and rates is making the price tag steeper.The average monthly mortgage payment has risen by $168, or 12.7 percent, year-over-year, according to an analysis by realtor.com®. The average monthly mortgage is now $1,486, up from $1,318 in February of last year. Concurrently, 30-year interest rates have gone up meteorically, and list prices are up 10 … (1 comments)
omaha home values: Eight Ways to Boost Your Home's Value
- 03/19/18 09:58 AM
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If home improvements are in your forecast this year, Consumer Reports suggests eight surefire ways to increase your own comfort while boosting the value of your home by as much as 35 percent should you decide to sell. The kitchen is king – An updated kitchen is high on the list of most home shoppers today. Think stainless steel sinks and appliances, and note that quartz countertops are challenging granite and … (1 comments)
omaha home values: Home Shopping? Know What You Can Afford
- 03/19/18 09:52 AM
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Shopping for a home can be a great experience—especially for first-time homebuyers who have always dreamed of owning their own place. However, it’s critical to know how much you can truly afford. After all, there is more to consider than just the price of a home. Thanks to online calculators and apps, it’s easy to figure out how much a mortgage payment would be on a house, but that monthly payment is … (0 comments)
omaha home values: How to Design a Calming Bedroom
- 03/19/18 09:45 AM
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When the day is done, nothing is more relaxing than retiring to your bedroom. Unless, of course, your bedroom isn’t a calming space. Below are several tips for designing a sleeping space that brings calm and comfort. Cool colors. There is nothing calming about a blood red bedroom. Choose a cool hue like gentle blue, green or gray to fall asleep easier. Window covers. Say it with us: black out shades. Make sure … (0 comments)
omaha home values: Boosting Your Home Security On the Cheap
- 03/19/18 09:20 AM
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Even if you can’t afford a home security system, you can protect your home and family with some quick, easy fixes that provide peace of mind without dipping deep into your pockets. Try these tips from HGTV, the home and garden channel: Change the locks – If you haven’t changed the locks since you moved in, someone out there has a key. Upgrade the locks, and while you’re at it, check the … (1 comments)
omaha home values: Four Ways to a Higher Credit Score
- 03/19/18 09:05 AM
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Improving your credit can take time, often many months. But there are some things you can do to raise your credit score quickly, even if only by a few points. Pay Bills on Time Payment history is the most important factor in FICO scores, accounting for up to 35 percent of a credit score. Paying your bills on time—regardless of whether it’s a credit card bill or a utility bill—can significantly improve … (2 comments)
omaha home values: 5 Ways to Trick Yourself Into Saving Money
- 03/19/18 08:53 AM
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The savings rate in America is pretty abysmal. Fifty-seven percent of Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts, according to a 2017 GOBanking Rates survey. Without savings, people can be forced to take on debt when they lose their job, get sick or have major car repairs. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to trick yourself into saving money, whether for retirement, college, a new car, vacation or a rainy … (1 comments)
omaha home values: How to Boost Your Curb Appeal Before Selling
- 03/19/18 08:46 AM
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Taking care of your home’s exterior and yard is always important, but when your house is up for sale in the spring, it’s even more crucial. When prospective buyers visit a home in the winter, they’re not likely to spend much time outside. And with trees bare of leaves and flowers not in bloom, a little imagination is needed to envision the house during these months. But when spring arrives, it’s up … (0 comments)
omaha home values: 5 Mistakes All New Homeowners Make
- 03/19/18 08:38 AM
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Buying your first home can be one of the happiest moments of your life, but too often people let the joy interfere with their rational thinking and make mistakes that can quickly change the mood to one of frustration. Here are five mistakes new homeowners often make in their first year: 1. Hiring the wrong person. It’s not uncommon to want to make some changes in your new home; be it painting rooms, adding … (0 comments)
If you’re buying a home, you’ll more than likely be obtaining a mortgage, which you may not know much about. In fact, unless you’ve been involved in a home sale before, there are many things you will be learning about for the first time. Here is a handy list of some of the key terms that every person involved in a real estate transaction should understand. Appraisal: The written analysis of the estimated value of a property, as prepared by a qualified appraiser, which often determines if you will qualify for the loan. Closing: One of the last steps of any … (0 comments)
omaha home values: How to Make Your Home's Entryway Pop!
- 03/19/18 08:26 AM
The entrance of your home says a lot about your character, from interior design to overall aesthetics. Below are some helpful tips for making sure your space wows you and your guests every time. Kill the clutter. Clutter is a huge no-no in your entryway, as it impacts the entire vibe of your space from the moment you set foot in the door. However, this can be hard, as the entryway is the space you dump your keys, mail, boots and coat. To remedy this, make sure you have designated, tucked away spaces for everything you store … (1 comments)
It may be easier to recoup some remodeling costs on your home than others. If you plan to live in your home for years, then you’ll enjoy a remodeled kitchen or bathroom. But if you’re doing it to help raise the selling price of your home, you may want to consider the following. Of the 30 most popular remodeling projects that retain value at resale, only one — attic insulation — averaged a high enough cost being recouped to pay for itself and adding to a home resale’s value, according to a report by Remodeling Magazine. But some home … (1 comments)
omaha home values: 6 Easy Upgrades That Will Help Sell Your Home
- 03/11/18 09:19 AM
When you’re ready to list your home for sale, you want it to look its best. But some upgrades are worth more than others if you’re talking about what appeals to a buyer. Fortunately, we know some quick and affordable tricks that will give your home the facelift it needs: A fresh coat of paint. Nothing refreshes a home more than a new coat of paint. It’s a worthwhile and inexpensive upgrade that will more than pay for itself. A lighter color will also open up rooms, making your home seem brighter and more spacious. Improved lighting. Replace … (3 comments)
Purchasing a home can be an exhausting process as it can take a while to find the right fit. When you find the house you want, making a bid quickly can be the difference between buying it and missing out, especially in a seller’s market. A competitive housing market with low inventory can create bidding wars and other issues. Here are 4 things you won’t want to do in a seller’s market: Not getting pre-approved for a loan. Finding a mortgage lender and getting pre-approved for a home loan should be one of the first things you do … (0 comments)
So, you’re redoing your bathroom—great! In addition to perusing new light fixtures, counters, mirrors and more, you’re likely looking at tiles. To help, we’ve compiled several tips for choosing a better bathroom tile. Think about versatility. To truly draw your bathroom together, you will likely want a tile that translates to floor and wall. Visualize the tile in each space to make sure it moves seamlessly. Size matters. Should you go big or small? There is a lot to think about. A small tile will call for more grouting (think having to clean more mold), but a larger … (1 comments)
omaha home values: Lincoln & Omaha Homeowners - 75% Think Now is a Good Time to Sell!
- 03/11/18 08:35 AM
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) recently released the findings of their Q2 Homeownership Opportunities and Market Experience (HOME) Survey. The report covers core topics like, “if now is a good time to buy or sell a home, the perception of home price changes, perceived ability to qualify for a mortgage, and [an] outlook on the U.S. economy.” The survey revealed that 75% of homeowners think now is a good time to sell, compared to 70% last quarter. This is a considerable increase from more than a year ago when 66% agreed. Even though homeowners believe that now is a good … (2 comments)
omaha home values: The Difference an Hour Will Make This Spring
- 03/09/18 06:20 AM
Some Highlights: Don’t forget to set your clocks forward this Sunday, March 11th at 2:00 AM EST in observance of Daylight Saving Time. Unless of course, you are a resident of Arizona or Hawaii! Every hour in the United States: 614 homes are sold, 81 homes regain equity (meaning they are no longer underwater on their mortgage), and the median home price rises $1.51! … (3 comments)
omaha home values: If Your Home Hasn’t Sold Yet… Definitely Check the Price!
- 03/08/18 06:32 AM
The residential housing market has been hot. Home sales have bounced back solidly and are now at their fourth highest pace over the past year. Demand has remained strong throughout spring as many real estate professionals are reporting bidding wars with many homes selling above listing price. What about your house? If your house hasn’t sold, it could be the price. If your home is on the market and you are not receiving any offers, look at your price. Pricing your home just 10% above market value dramatically cuts the number of prospective buyers that will even see your house. See chart below.
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omaha home values: Lincoln & Omaha Home Prices: The Difference 5 Years Makes
- 03/07/18 03:38 PM
The economists at CoreLogic recently released a special report entitled, Evaluating the Housing Market Since the Great Recession. The goal of the report was to look at economic recovery since the Great Recession of December 2007 through June 2009. One of the key indicators used in the report to determine the health of the housing market was home price appreciation. CoreLogic focused on appreciation from December 2012 to December 2017 to show how prices over the last five years have fared. Frank Nothaft, Chief Economist at CoreLogic, commented on the importance of breaking out the data by state, “Homeowners in the … (0 comments)
omaha home values: Lincoln & Omaha Homeowners - If You’re Considering Selling, ACT NOW!
- 03/06/18 07:25 AM
Definitely an aggressive headline. However, as the final data on the 2017 housing market rolls in, we can definitely say one thing: If you are considering selling, IT IS TIME TO LIST YOUR HOME! How did we finish 2017? New-home sales were at their highest level in a decade. Sales of previously owned homes were at their highest level in more than a decade. Starts of single-family homes were their strongest in a decade and applications to build such properties advanced to the fastest pace since August 2007. And Bloomberg Business just reported: “America’s housing market is gearing up for a … (1 comments)
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