Becoming a real estate appraiser can be one of the most rewarding, interesting, and highly paid career options in the real estate business. But as with all careers, there are pros –and what some people may consider cons –when working as an appraiser. Read on to learn about the biggest ones if you’re considering a […]
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Is a Licensed Realtor the Same as a Licensed Real Estate Agent? At first glance, the terms “Realtor” and “real estate agent” may seem as if they can be used interchangeably. After all, both terms refer to licensed professionals who help people buy, sell, and lease residential and commercial property. This is their key similarity.
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A New Report Identifies the Best U.S. Cities to Buy a Fixer-Upper As home prices soared and inventory dwindled in recent years, some prospective homebuyers turned to fixer-uppers in their search for an affordable home. But is buying a fixer-upper worth it? New data from StorageCafe shows that in the 50 largest U.S. cities, buying
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Due to COVID-19, the housing market is currently experiencing record low inventories. As a buyer, this makes securing that perfect house for your client quite difficult – but it is not time to get frustrated, it’s time to get creative. Ready to Get Started With Kettisha Walker Realty? Whether you’re a new agent looking to start
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These Newark, New Jersey, Natives Are Giving Back By Building Affordable Housing Experts say that a lack of affordable housing in the United States is one of the biggest problems that renters and prospective homebuyers face today, and some celebrities are doing their part to help. In recent years, several prominent celebrities have built affordable
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The Increase in Home Deals Falling Through Could Be a Sign of a Slowing Housing Market After two years of an incredibly hot sellers’ market, U.S. homebuyers are canceling contracts at the highest rate since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from Redfin. Experts say it’s a sign of a slowing
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Median Rent in the 50 Largest U.S. Metros Hit $1,876 in June, a Record High for the 16th Month in a Row The U.S. rental market is incredibly competitive, but as prices continue to soar, there are signs that its record-breaking price growth could be slowing down, according to a new report from Realtor.com. The
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Let’s Learn About the Professionals Involved in the Homebuying Process For many first-time homebuyers, navigating the real estate industry and the homebuying process can feel overwhelming. That’s totally understandable — after all, a home is often the largest purchase that a buyer will make in their lifetime. But the journey to homeownership can also be
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A Lack of “Starter Homes” in the U.S. Makes First-Time Homebuying Difficult It’s hard to be a first-time homebuyer in this housing market — in recent years, they’ve faced ultra-high home prices, record-low inventory, and more recently, rising mortgage rates. Some first-time buyers might be feeling frustrated or discouraged, and as a real estate agent,
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For the Ultra-Rich, the Private Island Market Is Full of Possibility Have you ever dreamed of escaping to your own private island? For most of us, that’s only a fantasy, but some ultra-wealthy buyers can make owning an island a reality. Luxury real estate has been booming in recent years. In fact, more than $40
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