Homeowners

4 Money-Saving Maintenance Projects to Suggest to New Homeowners

While the homebuying journey may have ended happily for you and a new client, your work is not over. Keeping in touch with past clients for future endeavors is a crucial way agents maintain contacts that lead to new sales and referrals. One of the best ways to do that is to continue to provide… […]

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Homeowners Enter Settlement Agreement with Appraiser in Racial Bias Suit

Two California homeowners entered a settlement agreement in a lawsuit alleging racially based discrimination in the appraised value of their home. www.nar.realtor – Fair Housing

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4 Mortgage-Refinancing Mistakes Homeowners Must Avoid

With mortgage rates recently starting to retreat from their highs of close to 8%, homeowners may start to consider refinancing in order to save money on monthly payments or possibly change to a shorter term. But they need to be aware of some important considerations before proceeding. Refinancing could actually be a losing proposition, as… […]

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Homeowners Reveal the Frightening Facts About Haunted Houses

Haunted houses might be horror’s favorite attraction, but they definitely do not have the same appeal when it comes to the real estate market.  Despite the ghosts and ghouls that come with the territory, 52% of Americans would consider purchasing a haunted house, and 29% believe they already live in one, according to a new… […]

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Help Homeowners Maintain Their Vacation Homes

Owning a vacation house sounds idyllic, but even living in paradise requires preventive maintenance and ongoing care. Help guide your clients on smart planning. www.nar.realtor – Vacation, Resort, and Second Homes

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Most REALTORS® Recommend Improving Curb Appeal, and Homeowners Can Benefit Financially and Emotionally by Remodeling Outdoor Features, NAR-NALP Report Finds

Report Finds REALTORS® Recommend Remodeling Outdoors Landscape professionals and REALTORS® found greater outdoor remodeling demand during COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new NAR-NALP report. Media Contact:  Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178 Remodeling

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These Myths Cost Homeowners Money

Homeowners are constantly on the lookout for clever hacks to make managing and cleaning a home easier, but some of these tricks may be costing them money in the long run. www.nar.realtor – Real Estate Story Ideas

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Considering Cutting Back Homeowners Insurance Coverage to Save? Press Pause on That

If money is running tight and you’re looking for ways to cut back, you may be tempted to cut into your homeowners insurance coverage. This could be a mistake. If you don’t have adequate coverage and your house gets damaged or destroyed, or someone gets seriously injured on your property, you may be on the […]

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400,000 Homeowners Enter Final Month in Forbearance; Conventional Loans Dominating Market Share

Black Knight estimates that nearly 630,000 forbearance plans, more than one-third of those currently active, are slated for review this month. Of those, 400,000 will have reached the end of their 18 months of forbearance eligibility unless the maximum term is extended again. The end of August saw a significant decline in forbearance numbers as […]

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400,000 Homeowners Enter Final Month in Forbearance

Black Knight estimates that nearly 630,000 forbearance plans, more than one-third of those currently active, are slated for review this month. Of those, 400,000 will have reached the end of their 18 months of forbearance eligibility unless the maximum term is extended again. The end of August saw a significant decline in forbearance numbers as […]

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