2020's Hottest Zip Codes
BY BRAD BECKETT ON AUGUST 25, 2020
Where are the hottest real estate markets in this crazy year of 2020? Realtor.com tells us to follow the zip codes as they recently released their annual market report. We have seen a lot of positive news about how real estate is leading the economic recovery as we (hopefully) emerge from the pandemic. Click here to read more.
Read more2020's Top Metros for Apartment Construction
BY BRAD BECKETT ON AUGUST 20, 2020
What are the top metros in the country where apartments are being built? According to RentCafé, the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is set to complete nearly 20k apartments by the end of the year - topping their chart for 3 years in a row. Click here to read more.
Read moreA Surge in Foreclosures?
BY BRAD BECKETT ON AUGUST 12, 2020
Are we about to face a surge in foreclosures next year resulting from delinquencies brought on by the Coronavirus pandemic? On a recent episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke takes a look at a recent report from ATTOM Data that is forecasting a dramatic rise in foreclosures by Q2 of 2021. Click here to read more.
Read moreSuburban Growth is Now Double the Growth of Cities
BY BRAD BECKETT ON AUGUST 11, 2020
CNBC's Power Lunch recently pointed out that suburban growth is now double that of cities with people feeling crowded urban areas for the suburbs. In fact, they say that the while trend started before the pandemic, it has since accelerated. Click here to read more.
Read moreNearly Half of Recent Homebuyers Made an Offer Sight-Unseen
BY BRAD BECKETT ON AUGUST 6, 2020
According to data from a Redfin buyers survey, almost half (45%) of recent homebuyers made an offer on a home without ever seeing it in person. Click here to read more.
Zumper's National Rent Report for August 2020
Rent a Swimming Pool by the Hour?
BY BRAD BECKETT ON JULY 22, 2020
Just when you thought you might have seen it all with the sharing economy, a new start-up lets you enjoy the luxury of a private pool whenever you feel like it. How? By renting one by the hour, of course. Swimply lets you escape the heat by finding a pool near you to rent out, just like you would for a VRBO or Airbnb vacation rental. As reported by CNBC’s Diana Olick, prices range from $15 to $300 per hour, depending on the type of pool, location and amenities. The site lists pools in 39 U.S. states as well as dipping spots in Canada and Australia. Calling it a “new way to chill,” Swimply says “Owning a pool can be expensive, enjoying one doesn’t have to be.” Indeed…
“Join thousands of Swimply pool owners earning an effortless income. Cover your operating expenses, cash in on the side, and make other families happy—without compromising your own pool time. Join now and do a victory lap.”
Pandemic Changes Plans for Renters Hoping to Buy a Home
BY BRAD BECKETT ON JULY 16, 2020
According to a recent survey from RentCafé, the Coronavirus pandemic has dashed the plans of those renters planning to transition to homeownership this year. They report that in early 2020, 11% of renters said they were ready and planning to buy a home this year. However, the path to homeownership for 43% of those renters ready to buy has now changed due to the pandemic. Click here to read more.
Read moreTop 10 Places to Enjoy Outdoor Living
BY BRAD BECKETT ON JULY 14, 2020
With the pandemic and it's social distancing still affecting our country, the folks over at Realtor.com crunched the numbers to find the best places to enjoy indoor-outdoor living. And, if you're like most Americans and have had to put off that vacation, living someplace that allows for a great "staycation" is just the ticket. Click here to read more.
Read moreThe Housing Markets Hardest Hit by the Pandemic
BY BRAD BECKETT ON JULY 13, 2020
What housing markets have been the hardest hit by the pandemic? CNBC's Squawk Box spoke with Bankrate.com's Jeff Ostrowski about which areas have been the hardest hit and which have fared the best. Click here to read more.
Read more