Labor Day by the Numbers 2022
Labor Day by the Numbers 2022 Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of Summer so here’s a quick infographic from WalletHub with some interesting & updated facts about the holiday. As always, have a Happy Friday…..and, of course, Have a Safe and Happy Labor Day Weekend!!! Hat tip to WalletHub. The post Labor […]
Americans Using Cash Less Often
Americans Using Cash Less Often A recent poll from Gallup reveals that more Americans are using cash less often, with a majority believing the U.S. will be a cashless society in their lifetimes. Gallup says greater use of online shopping, especially during the coronavirus pandemic, is one major factor leading to changes in cash usage. […]
Understanding Metaverse Real Estate
Understanding Metaverse Real Estate A recent article on Redfin reminds us that everything is becoming virtual nowadays – from artwork, to concerts, to marketing, to meetups, virtual tools have entered most people’s daily routine. However, it goes without saying that real estate, too, has entered this digital world in the form of something called the […]
Florida Landlords Trying to Stop Rent Control Initiative in Orlando
Florida Landlords Trying to Stop Rent Control Initiative in Orlando FOX Business is reporting that Orange County, Florida voters (home to Orlando & Disney World) will go to the polls this Fall and vote on a ballot initiative that would implement rent control for one-year in one of America’s fastest growing metros. However, according to […]
How to Spot and Avoid Scams in Cyberspace
How to Spot and Avoid Scams in Cyberspace One thing never goes out of fashion in the digital world – you are right, scams! With the idea of metaverse and crypto growing in popularity so do cryptojacking and financial fraud. How can you spot scams and additional threats to your safety in cyberspace? Here are […]
Use massive class action lawsuits to mobilize Consumer Movement in Real Estate!
Use massive class action lawsuits to mobilize Consumer Movement in Real Estate! Any doubt that real estate is the Sleeping Giant of the Consumer Movement? For decades, #RECALL – Real Estate Consumer Alliance – has estimated homebuyers & sellers could save… The post Use massive class action lawsuits to mobilize Consumer Movement in Real Estate! first appeared on Real […]
Pending Home Sales Down 1% in July
Pending Home Sales Down 1% in July The National Association of Realtors is reporting that pending home sales were down 1% in July, 2022. The NAR’s Pending Home Sales Index (a forward-looking indicator based on contract signings) dipped to 89.8. The NAR once again predicts home sales should start to rise by early 2023. Indeed… […]
Single-Family Built-for-Rent Construction Surges
Single-Family Built-for-Rent Construction Surges The NAHB’s Eye on Housing says Single-family built-for-rent (SFBFR) construction surged during Q2, 2022 as higher mortgage rates caused homebuying affordability to decline. According to analyzed Census data, there were approximately 21k single-family built-for-rent (SFBFR) starts during the second quarter of 2022 – a 91% gain over Q2, 2021. “The SFBFR […]
For $4.98m, a Beacon Hill home with a sauna and a rooftop balcony
For .98m, a Beacon Hill home with a sauna and a rooftop balcony A private steam room in the heart of Boston, only it’s not in a spa. It’s located in a five-bedroom Federal-style home on the market for $ 4,985,000. The post For $ 4.98m, a Beacon Hill home with a sauna and a […]
Anatomy of a First-time Buyer
Anatomy of a First-time Buyer According to a recent infographic from The National Association of Realtors, the average First-time Home Buyer is 33 years old (an all-time high) and has a household income of $ 86,500 as well as other data points taken from their most recent Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. Stay safe […]