Now that winter is almost over thousands of people will begin actively searching for a home. If you’re one of these people the first thing you want to ask yourself is, How much house can I afford with my salary This is important so that you don’t set your expectations too high and find the right… Continue reading Find Out How Much House Can I Afford With my Salary
Category: Advice
What Will Happen with Mortgage Interest Rates in 2016
Last year Freddie Mac reported that their lowest 30 year fixed-rate mortgage rates hovered between 3.59% and 4.09%. This is the least amount that rates have moved during a calendar year since 1998. And the continuation of low rates has helped consumers, in particular first time homebuyers. With rent prices rising and mortgage payments staying… Continue reading What Will Happen with Mortgage Interest Rates in 2016
2015 Texas Housing Market Predictions
Unlike the rest of the country, Texas did not see a large drop in home values during the recession. The state saw lower unemployment rates than the rest of the nation, and there was no influx of investors buying up distressed properties simply because there were no excessively undervalued properties available to buy. Right now,… Continue reading 2015 Texas Housing Market Predictions
Real Estate Investing for Beginners
On first glance, real estate investment seems simple enough in regard to generating additional income. Buy some sort of property for a set amount of money, fix it up, and then sell it for more or rent it out for a renewable source of liquidity). In actuality, the process never ends up this simple. These days, a real… Continue reading Real Estate Investing for Beginners
Saving Money with Vinyl Siding
Since it was first invented in the 1950s as a replacement for traditional wood siding, the quality of vinyl siding has dramatically improved over the years. Like many innovations, manufacturers have improved the product over time to become one of the best lower cost alternatives to other siding materials. If you’re looking for a cost-effective,… Continue reading Saving Money with Vinyl Siding
Wealth Effect of Real Estate
It’s as American as apple pie, Chevrolet and baseball. You may not know what it’s called, but if you live in the great U.S.A. it’s had a hold on you. The “Wealth Effect” of real estate can be addictive. It’s why so many of us go to the classified ads and the computer to check… Continue reading Wealth Effect of Real Estate
Aluminum, Wood, Vinyl or Brick Siding
Home siding options might seem as unlimited as selections of different architectural styles. Whether your choice is aluminum, vinyl, wood, or brick it will be your home’s fit for its architectural design. Siding comes in a variety of price ranges, but selecting a high quality product can save you money in future maintenace and utility… Continue reading Aluminum, Wood, Vinyl or Brick Siding
News Releases from Housing Predictor
News releases are posted from the newest to the oldest. The news releases posted here are for the use of news organizations, web site owners and bloggers, who want to keep their visitors up to date on the latest Housing Predictor news. They are provided here for you to copy and paste on to your… Continue reading News Releases from Housing Predictor
Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Condo?
Is it Really Time to Buy a Condo? By Robert Jones Inventories are rising, prices are falling, investors are bailing out, and developers are getting desperate. For someone with a little extra cash, this may look like the perfect time to buy a new-construction condo. After all, youre getting a brand-new building with slick finishes… Continue reading Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Condo?
Roof Repair and Replacement
Despite tell-tale warning signs, many homeowners wait too long to repair or replace a worn-out, damaged roof, hoping against all hope that it will magically somehow fix itself. In the counseling world, it’s called denial. Patching leaks and replacing damaged shingles are good stop-gap measures. But every roof eventually wears out its usefulness. Find out… Continue reading Roof Repair and Replacement