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Gen X homebuyers should prioritize aging in place: Boston Globe

Housing Wire

Homebuyers who are part of Generation X — primarily born between the mid 1960s and the early 1980s — should keep accessibility features in mind as they approach retirement, since Americans are increasingly looking to age in place in their own homes once their time in the workforce is complete.

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A homebuyer’s personal story from the post-Sitzer, post-settlement world

Housing Wire

Editor’s note: This is the fifth in a series of articles that will explore the effects of the landmark Sitzer/Burnett case, which was decided on Oct. Now that I have successfully closed, the fun part begins — fun, that is, if you like packing and unpacking boxes and home improvement projects.

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Making sense of ultra-low mortgage rates

Housing Wire

The article drew mixed reactions, with some calling the announcement a “nice PR move” that doesn’t factor in the broker’s compensation and other issues. For example, the rate is not for cash-out loans for debt consolidation or home improvements. Others just wanted more details. He pointed out that there are restrictions.

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High-Impact Home Upgrades for Any Budget

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

When you looked at your email today, you no doubt received a post indicating a new article was out entitled “How Remaining Economic Life Works” So, funny story… I just started working on that article. I do hope it whets your appetite for this future article. High-Impact Home Upgrades for Any Budget.

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What to Expect Undertaking These 4 Common Home Projects

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

This week I welcome back guest blogger, Shirley Martin, who answers these questions in this article. What to Expect When Undertaking These 4 Common Home Renovation Projects. When home improvement gives way to major renovations, the implications can be more impactful than you might realize. I hope you enjoy it!

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Driving Growth: Leveraging Home Equity to Expand Loan Officer Opportunities

Appraisal Buzz

This is a good option for customers wanting to consolidate high-interest debt or finance home improvements. But LOs should ensure that they educate their customers on potential downsides too: obviously, it entails taking on a greater debt load and putting their home up as collateral, which may not be the best choice for all customers.

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Real estate newsletters: The ultimate playbook (+ 49 topic ideas & subject lines)

Housing Wire

In this article, weve compiled 49 compelling real estate newsletter ideas and subject lines. Evergreen topics might include: how to prepare to list your house, everything your client needs to know about VA loans; or which home improvements yield the best financial return in a home sale. So, where do you start?