Nearly Half of US Homeowners Considered ‘Equity Rich’ As home prices continue to increase, homeowners are getting richer and richer. About 45% of mortgaged residential properties in the U.S. were considered “equity rich” in the first quarter, up from about 32% a year earlier, according to a new report from ATTOM Data Solutions. Equity rich means that the combined estimated amount of the loan balance on the home was no more than 50% of the home’s estimated market value. “Homeowners continue to benefit from rising home prices,” says Rick Sharga, executive vice president of market intelligence for ATTOM. “Record levels of home equity provide financial security for millions of families and minimize the chance of another housing market crash like the one we saw in 2008. But these higher home prices and rising interest rates make it extremely challenging for first-time buyers to enter the market.” Equity growth likely will continue for the remainder of the year, but home price increases are ...
Important Information You Should Read Before Putting Your RGV Property Up for Sale Selling a home, lot, Commercial property can be stressful, and there are many laws / rules to follow. The process entails many moving parts and components; it only makes sense to hire a knowledgeable professional. People are finding cutting out the middle guy (the realtor) isn’t always the best idea. While you may think you’re saving money, you could be heading into some real trouble. Here are some of the steps your agent will help guide you with on your journey to the sale. Determining Your Home’s Price Prior to Selling Determining the right price for your property is trickier than you may assume. In most cases, homeowners will try to pick the value because of other properties in their same building or on the block. While that may be partially true, other factors go into this imaginary number. If you think you can sell on your own and don’t understand the market, you could potentially charge too m...
House Inspection Checklist: What To Look For After conducting research and vetting options, you should have a professional home inspector you can rely on who knows what to look for in each part of the home. However, understanding what the inspector is looking for can help you ask questions to better understand the extent of the damage. This checklist is a comprehensive overview of what to look for in a home inspection. Grounds And Exterior Structure Foundation appears in good condition with no significant cracks No evidence of leaks from septic tank Drainage away from the house with no standing water Easily accessible crawl spaces to get to plumbing Exterior walls appear straight with no sagging Windows and door frames appear square Siding appears in good condition with no cracks or damage Bricks appear undamaged with no cracks in joints Paint is not flaking or stained Roof shingles are not missing or damaged Gutters show no decay and drain properly Chimneys appear str...
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