Home Maintenance That Protects Value Over Time
Planning routine upkeep helps avoid costly surprises, manage expenses over time and keep properties in strong condition for healthier indoor environments.
Planning routine upkeep helps avoid costly surprises, manage expenses over time and keep properties in strong condition for healthier indoor environments.
With higher rates and prices, house hacking is now a long-term affordability strategy, helping buyers offset costs and build equity rather than generate quick profits.
Residential construction across the nation slowed in October as housing starts fell 4.6% to an annual rate of 1.246 million. Building permits also edged lower.
Consumer sentiment edged higher in January but remains well below last year, as inflation, prices and labor market concerns continue to weigh on confidence.
NAR economist Dr. Jessica Lautz, at the Mid-Winter Business Meetings, said easing rates and uneven inventory gains are beginning to improve housing conditions.