Real Estate Industry

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Recent blogs on Real Estate Industry
By Brian Petruzzelli, LA and Las Vegas Homes For Sale
(LA and Las Vegas Real Estate)
Looking for a new place to call home in Southern California? Why not consider Culver City? This vibrant city has become a hot spot for young professionals, families, and retirees, and for good reason. Let's dive into some of the top benefits of buying a home in Culver City. Job Opportunities Culver City is a hub for job opportunities. The city is home to major companies like Amazon, Apple, and Sony Pictures Entertainment, as well as many small businesses and startups. Whether you're an entrepreneur or job seeker, Culver City offers ample opportunities for career growth. Location But Culver City isn't just all work and no play. The city's prime location between Los Angeles and Santa Monica offers the best of both worlds. You can take a short drive to the beach, go for a hike in the nearb...
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By Brian Petruzzelli, LA and Las Vegas Homes For Sale
(LA and Las Vegas Real Estate)
Looking for a place to call home in Southern California that offers a laid-back lifestyle, beautiful beaches, and convenient location? Look no further than El Segundo! This charming small town, located just minutes away from major highways like the 405 and 105 freeways, offers an affordable way to own property in the area without sacrificing quality of life. In this article, we'll explore ten benefits of buying an El Segundo condo. Location One of the biggest draws of El Segundo condos is their location. Not only are they just a stone's throw away from El Segundo Beach, a popular destination for swimming, surfing, and outdoor enthusiasts, but they are also close to major employers in the aerospace and technology industries. This makes it a commuter-friendly option for those looking to c...
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By Brian Petruzzelli, LA and Las Vegas Homes For Sale
(LA and Las Vegas Real Estate)
El Segundo, CA is a prime location for condo buyers looking to experience the best of Southern California. With its small-town charm, access to the beach, and the nationally recognized aerospace industry, it's no wonder why condos for sale in El Segundo are in high demand. The cost of a condo in El Segundo can range from $500,000 to over $1 million depending on size, location, and amenities. However, with several entertainment options available, including shopping, dining, and recreation areas, owning a condo in El Segundo provides residents with a low-maintenance lifestyle while still having access to everything Los Angeles County has to offer. If you're in the market to purchase an El Segundo condo, there are several El Segundo Condo Communities to consider. Each complex offers a uniq...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 Do you have an interest in keeping abreast with the current economic situation and are you curious about whether now is a favorable time to purchase or vend a property? If so, in this video, Eric L. Frazier, a finance expert with an MBA, and the President and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, will provide you with his expert insights on this topic.Mr. Frazier discusses the challenges posed by the current economic climate, including the increasing inflation, elevated costs of food and energy, and the declining property values in some markets. Nevertheless, he recommends that if buying is imperative, then it should be done now, and if selling is necessary, then it should be executed now. He clarifies that the Federal Reserve is striving to combat high inflation and maintain low unemployment...
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By Alyssa Salander, Financial Freedom with Rental Income!
(SparkRental)
While homeowner mortgages and investment property loans are both mortgages secured by real property, lenders treat them differently. Keep the following in mind as you explore borrowing money to buy an investment property. What is an Investment Property Loan?An investment property loan is a type of mortgage loan specifically designed for individuals looking to purchase properties solely for investment purposes. These properties can be single-family homes, multi-unit properties, commercial buildings, or any other real estate property that generates income for the investor.Unlike a traditional home loan, where the property serves as the primary residence of the borrower, investment property loans are more complex because the borrower is looking to generate revenue from the property. These ...
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By Allen Keith Hebert, Kingwood Humble Atascocita Spring Huffman The Wood
(Register Real Estate Advisors Conroe)
Feedspot recently released the top 50 real estate blogs in the Houston Metro Area. The best Houston Real Estate blogs from thousands of blogs on the web and ranked by traffic, social media followers & freshness.https://blog.feedspot.com/houston_real_estate_blogs/ Here is the link to my Houston Real Estate Blog - The Texas Brokerhttps://thetexasbroker.me/Our blog recently raised our ranking from #31 to #3 after revamping the look and structure of the blog.We have also revamped our website https://thetexasbroker.net/.  The site features an IDX feed from Houston Association of Realtors,  And featured links to our partner builders, preferred , enhanced information of Buyer, Seller, Investors.  And new links were added for our Land & Ranch, and Commercial customer.
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By Ron Cedillo, Helping People and Enjoying Life
(Home Buyers Realty)
If you’re looking to buy a house, you may find today’s limited supply of homes available for sale challenging. When housing inventory is as low as it is right now, it can feel like a bit of an uphill battle to find the perfect home for you because there just isn’t that much to choose from. If you need to open up your pool of options, it may be time to consider a newly built home. According to the latest data from the U.S. Census, there’s positive news when it comes to new home construction. When you look at the first three months of this year, you’ll find:  More new homes were completed and are ready to sell. This gives you more move-in-ready options for your search. Builders broke ground and started construction on more single-family homes. This means there are more homes intended for ...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
    The CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI) reported year-over-year home price growth fell to 3.1% in March, hitting its lowest appreciation rate in 11 years. Monthly price growth fell to 1.6%. Although construction spending was up overall in March, residential spending came in a tick below February at a still respectable $827.2 billion annual rate. Given the low existing home inventories, builders are optimistic but cautious. Realtor.com’s latest weekly report saw active inventory 39% above a year ago. Sellers have more competition, but homes are still spending 15 fewer days on the market than before the pandemic.
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By Melissa Thompson, I'm a real estate agent helping buyers and sellers
(Thompson Real Estate)
Clayton, North Carolina is a growing town that offers a mix of rural charm and urban convenience. With its proximity to Raleigh, the state capital, Clayton has become an attractive location for homebuyers looking for affordable housing options while staying close to the city. If you are in the market for a new home in Clayton, this guide will provide you with valuable insights on how to find the perfect house for sale. The process of finding a house can be overwhelming, especially if you are not familiar with the local market. However, by following some simple steps and doing your due diligence, you can make an informed decision that meets your needs and budget. This guide will give you an overview of what you should consider when looking for a house in Clayton, such as location, size, ...
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By Stephen Fells, Marketing, Technology, Fun and News!
(AgencyLogic)
Everyday AgencyLogic publishes real estate news and press releases from around the country. Here are this weeks press releases: NAR Statement on "Home Equity Theft" Court Hearing Industry Icon Sherry Chris To Retire From Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate And ERA Brand Leadership Pending Home Sales Decreased 5.2% in March U.S. Home-Sellers Experience Further Decline In Profits In Q1 2023 Dearth of New Listings Keeps Home Prices From Falling Further Landlords Sound Off: Maintaining Properties And Screening Renters Are The Biggest Hassles of Property Management Report Shows Continued Housing Market Slowdown Amid Rapidly Increasing Prices Out-of-Town Moves Remain Popular As High Housing Costs Push Homebuyers to Affordable Areas Majority of Agents, Brokers Find Value in Promoting Energy E...
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By Craig Lebrau, Property Geek in Upper East Side NYC
(Lebrau Property)
Are you looking for an eye-catching way to make your real estate property stand out? Custom neon lights could be the perfect solution. Not only do they look great, but they can also help to boost the visibility and desirability of your property. In this blog post, we'll look at some of the ways custom neon lights can make your real estate property stand out from the competition and how to choose the right lighting for your needs.The Importance of First ImpressionsFirst impressions are critical, especially when it comes to real estate. It only takes a few seconds for a potential buyer or tenant to decide if they like a property or not. Therefore, it is essential to make sure that your property makes an excellent first impression. A visually appealing property can increase the chances of ...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 Welcome to The Power Is Now Media 2023 Fair Housing Series, where we bring you insightful interviews with industry leaders about the effectiveness of the 1968 Fair Housing Act. In this video, Eric L. Frazier MBA, President and CEO of The Power is Now Media, and Walter Huff ll, CEO and team leader of the Huff Home Ownership Legacy Team Keller Williams Realty DTC LLC, discuss the impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act.In this episode part-2, of the series "Power Is Now 2023 Fair Housing Series,"  discusses the 1968 Fair Housing Act, which aimed to provide equitable housing opportunities to all Americans of color. Unfortunately, 55 years later, we are still seeing evidence of discrimination and challenges in accessing credit. Walter Huff shares his thoughts on the matter, including his exper...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 Welcome to The Power Is Now Media 2023 Fair Housing Series. Join Eric L. Frazier MBA, President, and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, and Walter Huff II CEO/Team Leader of the Huff Homeownership Legacy Team at Keller Williams Realty, DTC LLC, in the "Power Is Now Media 2023 Fair Housing Series" on Keller Williams Realty's platform as they discuss the impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act on African Americans' homeownership rates.        In this episode, part-1 of the series "Power Is Now 2023 Fair Housing Series," Mr.  Frazier and Mr.  Huff II, discuss the impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act on African Americans' homeownership rates. They also address the ongoing challenges of accessing housing for people of color and the resources available to combat discrimination with the goal of addres...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 Welcome to The Power Is Now Media 2023 Fair Housing Series. In this video, we'll discuss the impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act on African Americans and people of color in the housing sector with industry leader Eric L. Frazier MBA, President, and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, and Leah Rothstein, co-author of The Color of Law.In this series part 2, Eric L. Frazier MBA, President and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, interviews Leah Rothstein, co-author of The Color of Law, about the challenges faced by underprivileged communities due to discrimination and segregation in the housing sector. Rothstein suggests the implementation of race-conscious programs to provide grants, loans, and subsidies to African Americans, despite the risk of lawsuits. However, this poses administrative and fund...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 Welcome to The Power Is Now Media 2023 Fair Housing Series. In this video, we'll be discussing the impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act with industry leader Eric L. Frazier MBA, President, and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, and Leah Rothstein, co-author of The Color of Law.This video is part -1 of the "Power Is Now 2023 Fair Housing Series," where we discuss the effectiveness of the 1968 Fair Housing Act with industry leaders Eric L. Frazier MBA and Leah Rothstein. We explore whether the act has influenced the behavior of real estate professionals, consumers, builders, industry leaders, and bankers who are directly impacted by the law. Additionally, we discuss the reasons why the Act has not been as effective as it could be and provide practical strategies to address the lingering issue...
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By Ron Cedillo, Helping People and Enjoying Life
(Home Buyers Realty)
We’re in a different real estate market today than we were a few years ago. And with this changing market, potential buyers might want to consider changing their approach to purchasing a home.And that change in approach might include breaking some rules…A recent article from realtor.com outlined some of the common mortgage “rules” that buyers may want to consider breaking in today’s market, including: A 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is the only way to go. Interest rates for fixed-rate loans are high right now. If you’re looking to score a mortgage with a lower interest rate, you might want to consider an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM). If you go with an ARM, just make sure you have an exit strategy — for example, planning to refinance when rates for fixed-rate mortgages drop. And just in ...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
  Join us for The Power Is Now Media's 2023 Fair Housing Series! In this video, Eric L. Frazier, MBA, President and CEO of The Power Are Now Media, discusses the impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act with Jeffrey Wright, Broker/Owner of Wright Realtors in Cerritos, CA. Watch this insightful discussion on our website at https://www.thepowerisnow.com/televis....In part 2, Eric Frazier and Jeffrey Wright discuss the 1968 Fair Housing Act and its impact on African American homeownership. The video sheds light on the low homeownership rate among African Americans compared to white Americans and how the Fair Housing Act has contributed to this gap. Jeffrey shares his family's inspiring legacy of homeownership, and Eric emphasizes the importance of understanding the history and impact of the law...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 Welcome to The Power Is Now Media 2023 Fair Housing Series! In this video, we'll discuss the impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act with industry leaders Eric L. Frazier MBA, President and CEO of the Power Is Now Media, and Jeffrey Wright, Broker and Owner of Wright Realtors in Cerritos, CA. This episode is part -1 of the "Power Is Now 2023 Fair Housing Series," where Eric Frazier and Jeffrey Wright dive into the history and impact of the Fair Housing Act of 1968. They provide insightful commentary on the act's effectiveness in achieving its intended goals, particularly regarding homeownership rates among African Americans. They also discuss the power individuals have within themselves to achieve their goals, despite societal disparities that still exist.We'd love to hear your thoughts on...
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Whether you’ve been planning on buying a house in the near future or not, you’ve probably heard that people with higher credit scores are now paying higher fees, and people with lower credit scores are paying lower fees when getting a mortgage.Hearing that might make you feel one of two ways if you’re planning on buying a house: Yippee! I’m finally getting a fair chance. It’s not fair that people who don’t need lower rates and fees always get the better end of the stick, and now I have a chance at buying a home. Not fair! I’ve worked hard to improve and maintain a great credit score, and now I’m being penalized for it?! What was the point of caring? Does it even pay off to be careful with my finances? Regardless of which group you’re in, those are both valid feelings and perspectives to...
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By John Meussner, #MortgageMadeEasy Fair Oaks, CA 484-680-4852
(Mortgages in AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IN, MD, MN, MT, NC, NJ, NV, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI)
EDIT - I've updated the registration links below - they should now allow you to register I was fortunate enough to join some fellow ActiveRainers this week and present some information on the recent Conventional loan LLPA changes.  Since yesterday, I've continued to see some misinformation circulating around the changes, and thought it would be worthwhile to hold a quick webinar to cover fact VS fiction, and provide detail and insight into what changes are actually happening with conventional loan pricing.Since the topic has grabbed some headlines in mainstream media, it's likely your current clients or future clients will have questions or uncertainty around the changes, so if you'd like clarification and some facts so you can properly educate your clients, it would be worthwhile to jo...
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