When I was a kid in AZ in the late 1970s and early 1980s, I would read about young developers getting filthy rich developing apartments. Inflation and an influx of new residents pushed up apartment...
I’ve Blogged a Few Times About What Constitutes a Bedroom? A bedroom needs: (1) to have its own entrance to the main dwelling, e.g. a room accessible only from the master bedroom can’t be a...
A home appraisal is a key part of buying or refinancing a home, but many buyers are unsure how much it costs or what the process includes. This in-depth guide explains average home appraisal costs,...
A quit claim deed is one of the simplest ways to transfer ownership of real property, especially between trusted parties like family members or spouses. While it can quickly update title after...
The biggest problem in real estate is NOT high rates, affordability issues, inventory issues (too much or too little, depending on the market), increased numbers of contract cancellations, or...
George Gammon got very rich by buying up rental properties in droves in 2012. He loves telling the story because it so nicely illuminates “contrarian investing.” EVERYONE was telling him not to...
I. Government Shutdowns – Much Ado About Nothing - There is much talk about another federal government shutdown if a new funding bill can’t be passed by tomorrow. This is just a reminder that the...
The Fed “cut rates” one week ago today, and mortgage rates have remained higher ever since. We’re only a few more rate cuts away from 8% mortgage rates again. 😊 I am being facetious, of...
In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about property taxes in Louisiana, ensuring you're well-equipped to handle this aspect of homeownership. If you’re considering buying a home...
In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about property taxes in Illinois, ensuring you're well-equipped to handle this aspect of homeownership. If you’re considering buying a home in...
Jason Hartman is one of the most preeminent residential real estate experts in the arena. He’s fearless, willing to debate anyone, and he’s chock-full of facts. And he recently posted a short...
A Texas agent recently asked me when I think we might return to a “sellers’ market” (where demand for housing exceeds supply; 2021 was probably the strongest sellers' market in history). There...
A charming and seasoned agent took serious issue with my recent blog - Greed Can Be Very Costly!. She did not like how I cavalierly mentioned that my son wrote an offer to his landlord, “without...
My son’s former landlord is out $50,000 – for not facing reality.
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