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VRBO vs. Airbnb: Key Differences for Real Estate Investors

Ever thought of investing in a vacation rental? There are approximately 785,000 investors with the same idea, making up a $64 billion market and over 2.4 million rental homes. But where do you start? This blog will explore the two most popular apps for vacation rentals, Airbnb and Vrbo and their benefits and downfalls for …

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The Best Places to Invest in Real Estate in 2024 in the US

Our current market is seeing high interest rates and stubborn sales prices throughout the country. At the time this article was written, home buyers could expect the average 30-year fixed mortgage to be 7%. The average home in the United States is currently priced at $416,100 according to Rocket Mortgage. Given all this, we still …

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The Differences in Real Estate Closings

When it comes to real estate settlements in the United States, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. The processes involved in closing a real estate transaction can vary significantly from state to state and even from county to county. Understanding these differences is crucial for both home buyers and sellers to ensure a smooth and successful …

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A Reflection on the 2023 Real Estate Landscape

As we bid adieu to 2023, let’s take a moment to unravel this year’s real estate market. This blog will rehash market fluctuations, interest rate dynamics, and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit.  Market Fluctuations: According to a trusted industry source, CoreLogic in their December 2023 insights report, while demand for single-family homes remained …

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Giving Thanks to the Key Players in Every Real Estate Transaction

Because November is known as the month of giving thanks, we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge and thank the wonderful professionals that we work with who are involved in a real estate transaction. Real estate transactions can be extremely stressful as the stakes are high for borrowers, buyers, and sellers alike who look …

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Four Terrifying Title issues Homeowners Can Avoid with Title Insurance

Four Terrifying Title Issues Homeowners Can Avoid with Title Insurance

While title companies don’t deal with supernatural issues, we do see some spooky things on title from time to time. This blog will explore some of the scariest things that can happen in a real estate transaction. Remember that the best way to avoid these problems is with the one-time purchase of Owner’s Title Insurance. …

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The Chain of Title and How it Impacts Real Estate Ownership

The chain of title is a record of all property owners from the original to the current one, and the transactions that have taken place.  It is where you can look to see who has owned the property and how it was transferred.  This is the first place to look if there are any claims …

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How to Know if You’re Responsible for Withholding & By How Much

When you are buying a home from a seller who is considered a non-resident (someone that lives in another state but is selling a property where you are buying), you may need to withhold part of the proceeds. And the requirements change state by state, so it is important to check with your state’s Department …

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What is Tenancy in Common?

Tenancy in common (TIC) is a form of property ownership where two or more parties hold a title to a property and share ownership rights.  The difference between tenancy in common and a join tenancy is the way ownership gets passed along when one owner dies. With joint tenancy agreements, property ownership passes to the …

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