Category: Real Estate Tips

Construction Ramps Up for Apartments, Single-Family Homes

Housing starts rose in February, led by a robust increase in multifamily construction, the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Census Bureau reported Thursday. Housing starts, including both multifamily and single-family, increased 6.8% last month and are up 22.3% over a year ago. Broken out, activity in the multifamily sector, which includes apartment …

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Most Expensive Office Submarkets

A boom in life science buildings led Cambridge, Mass., to top a list of most expensive office submarkets of 2021, according to a new analysis by PropertyShark, a real estate data resource. The average price per square foot of office space in Cambridge was $1,560 last year, the highest in the nation—even overtaking West Coast …

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Industrial Construction Accelerates at Record-Breaking Levels

Demand for industrial space continues to swell and construction is increasing, reaching record-breaking levels, CommercialEdge details in its monthly National Industrial Report. The average sale price for industrial space was $125 per square foot in February. Ongoing investor demand continues to drive transaction activity to new heights, the report shows. Industrial space in Seattle is fetching …

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Commercial Real Estate Recovery Kicks Into High Gear

Consumers are resuming pre-pandemic activities, such as working at the office, dining out, and attending sports events, which is boosting all commercial sectors. Despite the financial pressures of rising interest rates and high inflation, consumers are returning to their pre-pandemic lifestyles, providing a boost to commercial real estate across all sectors, experts said Wednesday at …

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Spread the Word

At thedifference.realtor you’ll find language and assets, like social media graphics and email signature banners, that you can use every day. As president, I’ve had the privilege to meet thousands of you either in person or virtually and to experience the good work you do. I can truly say that REALTORS® bring it home for …

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The Top Commercial Real Estate Markets

Florida has five of the hottest commercial real estate metro markets in the first quarter: Orlando, Miami, Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale, and Fort Myers, according to new research from the National Association of REALTORS®. NAR’s Commercial Real Estate Market Conditions Index is calculated by factoring in 25 variables that reflect a metro area’s economic conditions, demographics, …

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Credit Checks Are Fertile Ground for Lawsuits

Property managers and other real estate professionals must follow these steps to stay in compliance with federal and state consumer data regulations. Property managers and other real estate professionals routinely conduct background and credit checks in the course of business. Be vigilant: You could be sued for not adhering to federal and state regulations when …

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New vs. Existing

Explain both the pros and cons of new-home construction versus existing-home construction. New-home Construction Pros: Cons: Existing-home Construction Pros: Cons: ©National Association of REALTORS®Reprinted with permission

More Than One Path to Reach Your Business Goals

To develop their craft effectively, real estate pros require flexible learning experiences. The Center for REALTOR® Development, a content sponsor, has unique and varied course offerings that will fit your busy lifestyle. When the University of Chicago became the first traditional educational institution to provide correspondence courses in 1892, it blazed a trail towards equity …

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Major Causes of House Fires and How to Prevent Them

Homeowners have only three to four minutes to evacuate in the event of a fire, research shows. Share the dangers with your clients to help them prepare and stay safe. Deadly house fires are growing in frequency—and many homeowners have less time to get to safety. Newer homes and furnishings are burning faster(link is external), …

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Need Your Advice on Renovation ROI

More people are upgrading their current property rather than moving, and they’re looking for guidance on resale value, surveys show. Despite recession fears, homeowners who want to stay put are moving ahead with renovation plans, and you can guide your clients through the improvement projects they should prioritize. After all, 22% of homeowners say ROI …

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Fears Every Real Estate Agent Can Overcome

Plunging home sales are adding to the horror of Halloween this year, but market shifts are a time to be brave and confront the demons in your business. Fear may rule the night on Halloween, but don’t panic every time you face a scare. Plunging home sales are adding to the horror of the season …

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