1 of 3 Opportunity Zone Tax Breaks Ends Dec. 31
A 10% capital-gains tax reduction for properties owned at least five years expires on Dec. 31 since future purchases won’t qualify for the five-year time minimum.
Some Credit Scores Could Move 80 Points Higher
A study to find the impact of new credit score data – rent and utility payments – found the biggest boost for consumers who haven’t used credit in at least six months.
Home Equity Lines of Credit Could Return in 2022
Mortgage rates have been so low that most homeowners refinance and take out cash for home improvement projects. But that could change when rates start to move up.
Buyer Preferences for Home and Work Have Changed
Survey: Long-held ideas about work, home and commute times have been upended, and 41% of Americans would take a pay cut to live in a more affordable location.
Video Tools That Win Buyers’ Attention
Good, shareable video can expand a listing’s reach, but it’s underutilized by buyers’ agents. However, some private vendors can help video-averse agents.
Are At-Risk Homeowners Better Off Selling?
In some cases, owners exiting forbearance can’t afford their home. But with rising values, many can still sell, turn a small profit and not harm a strong credit score.