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Residential construction jobs now 7.6% above pre-COVID level

Housing Wire

Could renovated foreclosure resales help solve the nation’s increasingly complex affordable housing puzzle? An estimated 140,000 renovated properties purchased at foreclosure auction or bank-owned auction were resold to owner-occupant buyers between January 2020 and December 2021.

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Building towards 2050: Ensuring affordable housing in an urbanized America

Housing Wire

However, increased density presents challenges, such as the need for adequate infrastructure, transportation, and public services. At HVPG, we recently completed a renovation at a senior living facility in Jersey City, a city experiencing rapid growth with almost 30% of its current population arriving in 2021 or 2022.

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Professional fix-and-flip market poised for growth in 2025

Housing Wire

Professional home flippers focus on cities and neighborhoods that have housing demand, and where there is positive energy around renovating or repositioning outdated housing stock. Knowing which properties to pursue is key, or there may be some difficulty finding a buyer when the renovation process is completed.

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HUD affordability plan doesn’t include lowering FHA premiums

Housing Wire

Senior officials at the Department of Housing and Urban Development , which houses the FHA, said today during a press briefing that it would focus on improving financing for manufactured homes and revamp its renovation financing. A senior HUD official said that updating its 203K program to make it more usable is a “high priority.”

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Investor Insights: How to Thrive in CRE Amid Challenging Market Conditions

Appraisal Buzz

Many current sellers have begun a renovation but have run out of money prematurely as inflation has caused cost overruns and capital is less available to fund shortfalls. Consider the property’s proximity to amenities, transportation, schools, and employment hubs. These sponsors may skip steps and cover up shoddy work.

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“Human infrastructure” is about jobs and housing

Housing Wire

This multiyear project goes beyond renovation. They enjoy attractive homes, open spaces, access to transportation and services, and most of all, a sense of pride and hope. It’s revitalization that’s changing the neighborhood, the lives of its residents and the workers performing the construction.

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How to Post the Most Effective MLS Listing: Tips to Help Buyers and Speed Up the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

Mention features like a newly renovated kitchen, spacious backyard, or energy-efficient windows. List any recent renovations or upgrades, such as a new roof, updated HVAC system, or remodeled bathroom. Include details about the neighborhood, such as proximity to schools, parks, public transportation, and shopping centers.