Home to many phenomenal educational institutions in and outside the metro area, Atlanta boasts fantastic neighborhoods for students wishing to remain Intown. A hot housing market mixed with a renowned culture and bustling economy, the capital of the Peach State attracts students and graduates from across the world. But entering the Atlanta homebuying and renting market can be overwhelming, especially[...]
According to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), the number of millennial homebuyers significantly increased over the last year! NAR is the largest trade association in the United States representing more than 1.5 million members of the residential and commercial real estate industries. In the 2022 Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends Report, NAR studied the differences and similarities between[...]
An issue often overlooked, testing your home for radon is crucial to ensure the health and safety of all its inhabitants. The culprit for more than 800 deaths annually in Georgia, radon gas is a radioactive element that occurs in the granite bedrock found throughout the state and is a hidden danger affecting many households. According to the U.S. Environmental[...]
Over the years, politicians and housing activists have debated the merits of the mortgage interest deduction (MID), in terms of how it affects homeowners and the real estate market. As we approach tax day, now is a great time to review just what the MID is and how it impacts current and future Atlanta real estate residents. The MID provides for[...]
Home buying is a lot more prominent among young adults in recent years. Outside of the traditional married couples looking to buy a home, single adults are buying their first homes in their early 20s. Investing early in property is beneficial for your finances since you aren’t typically spending more on a rental property. When renting you often spend more[...]
Earlier this year, ATTOM released its fourth-quarter 2021 U.S. Home Equity & Underwater Report. The release revealed that 41.9 percent of mortgaged residential properties were considered equity-rich in the fourth quarter. The combined estimated amount of loan balances secured by the surveyed properties was no more than 50 percent of their estimated market values. Out of the homes surveyed in the fourth quarter[...]
A new year means new homebuying opportunities, but with mortgage rates rising, what does this mean for 2022 homebuyers? According to Redfin, there will be a significant drop in affordable housing in the cities of Atlanta, Austin and Phoenix. The housing boom created in the wake of Coronavirus caused home prices to skyrocket and housing inventories to dramatically decrease. The Federal Reserve[...]
Picking the appropriate car-shipping company makes all the difference during a relocation experience. When planning a long-distance move, there is a lot to consider. Between fine-tuning the details and packing, it’s difficult to find time to sift through car shipping companies to land the right one. Selecting a business that perfectly fits your requirements and offers professional services is essential. Why You[...]
The housing market continues to show improvement not only in Atlanta but across the country. While record-low national housing inventory remains, the number of foreclosures reported across continues to decrease. ATTOM recently released the 2021 Year-End U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, detailing scheduled actions, default notices and bank repossessions recorded in the past year. Licensor of the nation’s top comprehensive data and[...]
Roof ventilation is a very important part of building a proper home. This essential part of a building helps a home be what it should be. If you’re buying a home, pay attention to the roof ventilation. Obviously, when you’re viewing a property, you can’t usually see much of the roof, but ask the question about how the roof is[...]