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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Building financial wealth and stability remains one of the top reasons Americans choose to own a home, and as a homeowner, your wealth often grows without you even realizing it. In a recent paper published by the Urban Institute, Home Ownership is Affordable Housing, author Mike Loftin illustrates how homeowners increase their equity and their wealth simply by making monthly mortgage payments:The principal portion that reduces the loan balance builds the homeowners equity. In doing so, the principal payments behave like an automatic savings account. The principal payment is not money going out; it is money staying in.But home equity the difference between the value of your home and what you currently owe isn't just built through your monthly principal payments. Home price appreciation p...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Were in the ultimate sellers market right now. If you're a homeowner thinking about selling, you have a huge advantage in todays housing market. High buyer demand paired with very few houses for sale makes this the optimal time to sell for those who are ready to do so. Whatever the move you want to make looks like, here's an overview of what's creating the prime opportunity to sell this summer.High Buyer DemandDemand is strong, and buyers are actively searching for homes to purchase. In the Realtors Confidence Index Survey published monthly by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), buyer traffic is considered very strong in almost every state. Homebuyers aren't just great in number right now they're also determined to find their dream home. NAR shows the average home for sale today...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
When stay-at-home mandates were enforced last year, many households realized their homes didn't really fulfill their new lifestyle needs. An office (in some cases two), a media room, space for children to learn, a gym, and a large yard are all examples of amenities that became highly desirable almost overnight.Zelman & Associates recently reported that sales of primary residences grew by 9% in 2020. That increase in demand was met by the lowest supply of homes for sale in history. High demand and low supply caused prices to skyrocket over the past twelve months. Here are three home price indexes released most recently that show how home values have risen: FHFA Agency House Price Index shows a 13.9% increase CoreLogic Home Price Insights Report shows an 11.3% increase S&P Case-Shiller U....
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
To get this out there, there’s very little chance that you don’t know what a bug zapper is. There’s also at least a chance that you’ve never actually used one in real life and have just seen them used in a cartoon, movie, or TV show. Bug zappers have all but become a part of pop culture, usually indicating that a character lives in a very rural setting and more often than not comes from the poorer side of the tracks. So let’s get rid of that mental image right off the bat, because bug zappers are actually very useful tools that can make your home and yard a bit more comfortable as bugs that bite are out looking for a nibble in the heat of summer. How Bug Zappers Work While the “zap” in the name gives away a large part of how bug zappers work, the system is a bit more complex than just t...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Many people like homes with high ceilings because of the spaciousness they convey and the vertical space they provide for hangings, artwork, and a variety of other items. There are a few drawbacks to high ceilings, though, and one significant one is how difficult they can make heating and cooling your home. If you aren’t careful, those high ceilings that look so nice can result in a significant increase in your heating and cooling costs when compared to similar homes with lower ceilings. This doesn’t mean that you’re doomed to spend a lot on heating and cooling, however; there are a few things that you can do to make your HVAC system more efficient in your home even if you do have high ceilings. Improve Air Circulation One big thing that you can do is to get the air in your home moving ...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
With some credit report errors not getting fixed by either the credit reporting bureau or credit card companies, at least you have the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in your corner.When you find an error in your credit report and send the credit bureau proof that your creditor was wrong when it said you paid late, didnt pay at all, or, worse yet, are deceased, you expect the bureau and your creditor to do the right thing. Like acknowledge the error and correct your credit report to show you paid on time, paid off your debts, or are still alive.And yet, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently had to tell the credit bureaus (and the companies that report your payment record to the bureaus) to pay attention to your complaints and take more care investigating your dis...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Our homes are so much more than the houses we live in. For many, they've also become our workplaces, schools for our children, and safe harbors in which we've weathered the toughest moments of a global pandemic. Today, 65.6% of Americans call their homes their own, a rate that has risen to its highest point in 8 years.As National Homeownership Month kicks off this June, homeowners have every reason to celebrate. A survey by Gallup just ranked real estate as the best investment you can make for the eighth year in a row. However, unlike other investment options, the benefits of owning a home aren't purely financial. Here are the top ways Americans are winning by owning a home.Non-Financial Benefits:1. Civic Participation: Owning a home is owning a part of your neighborhood. Homeowners hav...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
The last year has put emphasis on the importance of ones home. As a result, some renters are making the jump into homeownership while some homeowners are re-evaluating their current house and considering a move to one that better fits their current lifestyle. Understanding how housing affordability works and the main market factors that impact it may help those who are ready to buy a home narrow down the optimal window of time in which to make a purchase.There are three main factors that go into determining how affordable homes are for buyers: Mortgage Rates Mortgage Payments as a Percentage of Income Home Prices The National Association of Realtors (NAR) produces a Housing Affordability Index. It takes these three factors into account and determines an overall affordability score for h...
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By The Legacy Group, The LegacyGroup of CrossCountry Mortgage
(CrossCountry Mortgage)
Being a First Time Homebuyer in Richmond Texas makes you have to consider your options before you buy. The first thing you will need to consider is what your long-term goals are with being a home owner and how your goals fit in with that plan. One goal could be to stop paying rent that just increases after every lease you renew.Buying your own home first is one of the happiest times of your life! However, a lot of paperwork and time goes into it and finding a lender with great reviews will ease much of the stress. But, the satisfaction you get from your first home closing is something you will never forget! The benefits of being a First Time Homebuyer in Richmond Texas greatly outweighs renting for the following reasons:          Greater privacy.          Homes typically increase in val...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Villas At Westheimer Lakes Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Villas At Westheimer Lakes neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77406 zip code in Fort Bend County. Villas At Westheimer Lakes has 126 single family properties with a median build year of 2007 and a median size of 2,159 Sqft., these home values range between $159 - $206 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sqft is $97.56 while the median appraised value is $ 85.45/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in Villas At Westheimer Lakes and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed F...
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By The Legacy Group, The LegacyGroup of CrossCountry Mortgage
(CrossCountry Mortgage)
Special Government Home Renovation Loan Program using FHA 203k Rehab Loans in Richmond Texas.Many people are not aware of a special government loan program that is part of the Federal Housing Administration or FHA (a department within HUD). A buyer or existing home owner can do meaningful amounts of remodeling or updates to their existing home without having a higher cost second lien thanks to this special FHA loan program.However, this loan program doesn't allow for "luxury items" in your home such as a swimming pool, hot tub, or other accessories. Although, you can repaint, replace flooring and appliances, add a room to an existing structure (which can add to value tremendously as you increase the square feet of your home) as well as remodel cabinetry in kitchens and bathrooms.This lo...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Harvest Green Neighborhood SpotlightHarvest Green is a master-planned community that encompasses 2,600 individual home units with over 200,000 square feet of commercial and retail space. The unique farm-centric design and features help promote a green and eco-friendly living environment. Residents enjoy access to a working farm that features greenhouses, vineyards, gardens, and a farmers market that sell freshly grown produce. If you want to grow your own crops, you can opt to rent your own garden. Over 300 acres of reserved land are used as natural green spaces, nature preserves, and world-class amenities. Enjoy over 17 miles of trails, a fitness center, swimming pools, a community center, clubhouses, an event lawn, and a lakeside amphitheater, to name a few attractions that showcase t...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Woods Edge Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Woods Edge neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77406 in Fort Bend County. Woods Edge has 210 single family properties with a median build year of 1992 and a median size of 3,357 Sqft., these home values range between $322 - $672 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sqft is $145.25 while the median appraised value is $ 140.26/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in Woods Edge and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in Woods Edge - Bookmark the page and check back often or creat...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Windsor Estates Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Windsor Estates neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77407 in Fort Bend County. Windsor Estates has 369 single family properties with a median build year of 2015 and a median size of 3,200 Sqft., these home values range between $282 - $396 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sqft is $112.87 while the median appraised value is $ 104.19/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in Windsor Estates and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in Windsor Estates - Bookmark the page and ...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Williams Ranch Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Williams Ranch neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77469 in Fort Bend County. Williams Ranch has 133 single family properties with a median build year of 2017 and a median size of 2,539 Sqft., these home values range between $127 - $302 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sqft is $104.87 while the median appraised value is $ 98.93/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in Williams Ranch and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in Williams Ranch - Bookmark the page and check ...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Whispering Oaks Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Whispering Oaks neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77406 in Fort Bend County. Whispering Oaks has 54 single family properties with a median build year of 2014 and a median size of 4,144 Sqft., these home values range between $451 - $628 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sqft is $143.90 while the median appraised value is $ 123.18/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in Whispering Oaks and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in Whispering Oaks - Bookmark the page and c...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Westcreek Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Westcreek neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77406 in Fort Bend County. Westcreek has 40 single family properties with a median build year of 2007 and a median size of 3,819 Sqft., these home values range between $460 - $701 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median appraised value is $ 147.79/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in Westcreek and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in Westcreek - Bookmark the page and check back often or create your own Listing Alert System to Notify you when...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
West Oaks Village Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in West Oaks Village neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77407 in Fort Bend County. West Oaks Village has 656 single family properties with a median build year of 1997 and a median size of 2,165 Sqft., these home values range between $176 - $220 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sqft is $94.04 while the median appraised value is $ 90.74/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in West Oaks Village and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in West Oaks Village - Bookmark the p...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Waterview Estates Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Waterview Estates neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond Texas 77407 in Fort Bend County. Waterview Estates has 1,154 single family properties with a median build year of 2009 and a median size of 2,323 Sqft., these home values range between $171 - $283 K. The sqft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sqft is $98.57 while the median appraised value is $ 92.42/ sqft. View homes for sale or rent in Waterview Estates and see new homes, trending properties, Foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in Waterview Estates - Bookmark the...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Walnut Creek Real Estate Homes For Sale, Rent & Price TrendsShayne Stone "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" that helps Home Sellers make a Profit and Home Buyers Equity in Walnut Creek neighborhood / subdivision / community which is located in Richmond & Rosenberg Texas 77469 in Fort Bend County. Walnut Creek has 577 single family properties with a median build year of 2016 and a median size of 2,427 Sq ft., these home values range between $142 - $311 K. The sq ft. price change data is available through 1998. The median sold price/sq ft is $108.02 while the median appraised value is $ 94.26/ sq ft. View homes for sale or rent in Walnut Creek and see new homes, trending properties, foreclosures and much more.Sometimes there's nothing listed For Sale in Walnut Creek - Bookmark the page and ...
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