There have been multiple discussions about interest rates in the past few years. According to a graphic from Visual Capitalist, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has reached its highest level since 2002. This, coupled with rising home prices and limited inventory, has led to affordability being at its lowest point in history. Stay safe and have […]
1. Asheville, North Carolina: Known for its stunning mountain views and vibrant arts scene, Asheville offers a reasonable cost of living and affordable housing options for retirees. 2. Prescott, Arizona: With its mild climate and breathtaking natural beauty, Prescott is an ideal retirement destination that won’t break the bank. The city also boasts a low
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Brian Hamrick During a recent episode of the Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast, Brian Hamrick interviews Andrew Hinton, who is in the final stages of converting an office space into an apartment. They discuss both the positive and negative aspects of the project, including challenges with architects, engineers, and city inspectors, as
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The latest report from the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index revealed a 1% annual change in home prices for July 2023. The 10-City Composite saw a 0.9% increase, while the 20-City Composite had a 0.1% increase compared to the previous year. Additionally, 19 out of the 20 major metropolitan markets reported
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According to Black Knight’s latest Mortgage Monitor, the delinquency rate for loans in the U.S. increased by 4 basis points in August, reaching 3.17%. However, this rate is still nearly one percentage point lower than the average for the same period between 2015 and 2019. The report also highlights a decline in serious delinquencies, with
Black Knight reports that early-stage delinquencies are on the rise. Read More »
High mortgage rates are a contributing factor to the weakening of builder confidence. The NAHB has reported that builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes has dropped below the key break-even measure of 50 for the first time in five months due to persistently high mortgage rates. According to the National Association
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In a recent episode of the AZREIA Show, Marcus Maloney and Michael Del Prete discuss architectural design and the growing popularity of additional dwelling units (ADUs) in Phoenix. They also explore how ADUs can boost cash flow for investors. The conversation emphasizes the importance of architectural design and the impact of renowned architects on real
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A recent report from Redfin reveals that investor home purchases in Q2 2023 experienced a significant decline of 45% compared to the previous year, marking the largest drop since 2008. This decline in investor purchases surpassed the overall decline in home sales, which stood at 31%. The report also highlights that investor market share has
rewrite the content without plagiarism for 1500 words The latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index reported a 0% annual change for June, 2023. Their 10-City Composite decreased 0.5% and their 20-City Composite decreased 1.2%, year-over-year. However, all 20 major metro markets reported month-over-month price increases for the fourth straight month “As
According to recent analysis from the NAHB’s Eye on Housing, state and local tax data from the U.S. Census show that $286 billion in taxes were paid by property owners in Q4 of 2022. In fact, state and local governments collected $714 billion in property taxes in 2022, $46 billion more than 2021. The Eye
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