The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

While gift cards tend to carry a reputation for being “quick” gifts, to a real estate investor, they are a home run. If your colleague, family member, or friend is purchasing and flipping a property, they’re probably dropping more money on home improvements than most people spend on Black Friday.

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The bottom line is that while a Zillow Zestimate or any other AVM model may give you a 20,000-foot view of the general price range of a property, an appraisal performed by a live person provides a more focused and accurate estimate of the home’s value that can be used to make an informed loan or purchase decision.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

While gift cards tend to carry a reputation for being “quick” gifts, to a real estate investor, they are a home run. If your colleague, family member, or friend is purchasing and flipping a property, they’re probably dropping more money on home improvements than most people spend on Black Friday. Personalized Pen from Cross.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 20, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post Modular Homes Data Plates, ADU income, Pickleball courts and other interesting home improvements, , unusual homes, mortgage origination and more! The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages backed by the FHA decreased to 7.36

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Cornerstone

MAY 4, 2021

If you’re considering selling, your first step might be to begin looking into which remodeling projects may make your home more attractive to buyers. But before you sign any contracts, keep in mind that there’s something unique going on in today’s housing market. Millennials closely follow Gen Z, taking on an average of 3.3

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

By Tom Horn Excerpts: As an appraiser, I get asked about how much value will be added for different types of home projects or renovations. Contrary to what you see on the home improvement shows it is not always possible for an appraiser to shoot from the hip and reply back “An updated kitchen will add $50,000 to the value of your house”.

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Eppraisal

JUNE 4, 2024

In 2022, the average American consumer spent $1,570 on home maintenance — a $600 increase from the previous year. By doing the repairs yourself, you can save a substantial amount of money, which you can use for home improvements. This can lead to misalignment and functional issues. Here’s how you can fix them. 

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Zillow

MARCH 13, 2018

Get home renovation quotes from contractors Some contractors will give you an estimate based on what they think you want done, and work completed under these circumstances is almost guaranteed to cost more. Factor in 10 to 20 percent (or more) of your contracted budget for unforeseen expenses, as they can - and do - occur.

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PennyMac

JUNE 28, 2022

Renting puts money into a landlord’s pocket, but owning a home helps you increase the value of your investment over time. When you do build home equity, it opens up cash-out options that can be used for home improvements, paying off debt or other projects. Home improvement. What Is a HELOC? Emergency funds.

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Lamacchia Realty

JULY 24, 2023

Moreover, filling your time with a few home improvement projects to customize your living space and enhance comfort is becoming popular for seniors. Whether adding a screened-in porch to enjoy the pleasant weather or incorporating accessibility features, these projects can make your home feel truly personalized.

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Will Springer Realtor

AUGUST 30, 2022

A common rule of thumb is to budget at least 1% of the home’s value each year for general maintenance and at least double that for older homes. About three out of four owners make at least one home improvement before selling – a wise decision. The median price of a King County home is $810,000, as of Aug.

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Empire Appraisal Group

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Renovations, which involve substantial home improvements, generally aren’t covered by standard insurance. See if family, friends, or your local home improvement stores would be willing to rent or loan their tools. Major renovations might require specific coverage like builder’s risk insurance.

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Hank Miller Team

JULY 12, 2023

Working at home became "a thing" and people spent a lot more time in and around their homes. Many leveraged those low rates and refinanced, taking money out and completing home improvements. Fewer buyers, fewer contract and sales. Why move now? Why give up that sweet mortgage rate? have a rate below 5.

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Home Improvement Loans Home improvement loans are designed to finance renovations and repairs, helping you enhance the value and comfort of your property. Both home equity loans and cash-out refinancing can be excellent options for funding extensive home projects, such as a kitchen or bathroom remodel.

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Listing Spark

AUGUST 9, 2024

For instance, you can use data to determine the best time to list your home, the right price to set, and which home improvements can increase your home’s value. Technology offers a myriad of tools and resources that can make selling your home online more efficient and less stressful.

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Listing Spark

APRIL 17, 2024

House flipping isn’t just an opportunity for big real estate companies or home improvement television channels—it’s becoming a reliable source of income for Americans running a solo business or small real estate investment venture. of US home sales in 2017, that number grew to 8.4%

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PennyMac

JANUARY 3, 2024

Use the funds for any purpose, such as paying off debt, funding education or making home improvements. Qualified veteran homeowners who want to use their equity in their homes. The home you are refinancing must be your primary residence. Who is it for? You can also refinance an ARM into a fixed-rate mortgage.

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Quicken Loans

JANUARY 11, 2022

In effect, it allows you to take up to 100% of your home’s equity out to pay for medical bills, pay down debt, cover education expenses, etc. Relatively speaking, a VA cash-out refinance lets you access more of the value in your home – and enjoy greater borrowing power – than with a conventional or FHA refinance.

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Will Springer Realtor

MAY 9, 2023

annually in home improvements across the U.S., Improvements include remodels, replacements and additions to homes. The $180B kitchen and bath market is leading the home-improvement charge and, despite economic headwinds for many households, industry experts see no end in this modernization movement.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 11, 2022

. >> Researchers at Harvard forecast a 14% year-on-year increase by the end of 2022 in owner-occupied home improvement spending. Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue was in the middle of the national pack with a forecast increase of 13% YoY in home improvement spending. In a study of 48 metro markets, Tucson, Ariz.,

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San Jose Real Estate

JUNE 7, 2021

Just about every year California amends what sellers are required to disclose, and one change that I think we’ll be seeing a lot of is about home fire hardening. Form HHDA (12/20) Home Fire Hardening Disclosure and Advisory. Many agents, including myself, will begin to use the C.A.R. So what is in this document, who […].

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Save money on home improvements When you sell your house more traditionally, you want to get the most money from your sale by fixing up your home. You may also be required to make repairs to meet certain state standards in order to sell your home.

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PennyMac

AUGUST 14, 2024

Plan for Additional Expenses: Budget for closing costs, moving expenses and any immediate home improvements. How to Prepare Before Selling Your Current Home Do some prep work to ensure you’re ready for a smooth home-selling experience and your home is well-positioned for a successful sale.

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Will Springer Realtor

MARCH 14, 2022

Soaring costs of labor and construction materials is certainly contributing to the rising figure but there is evidence of a sharp increase in home improvements since the start of the pandemic. homeowners plan to upgrade or remodel their homes, including 63% of Millennial homeowners (25-34 years old). There is 0.6

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Most PACE loans are marketed to homeowners, typically through door-to-door sales, by a company who brokers financing and contracts for clean energy installation or other home improvements. These companies may promise that the improvements will pay for themselves with energy savings or through enhanced disaster preparedness.

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 9, 2021

A key takeaway from this year’s report is the impact that rising raw materials costs has had on home-improvement projects. This has caused an average of -3% ROI for all home improvement projects. Here are the top ROI projects for a typical home in the U.S.

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