Empowered Sellers Requesting the Oddest Contingencies
Traditions don’t have to die. One seller wants a porch skeleton to stay, and he wants its clothes changed frequently. Another seller demands that buyers keep his cat.
Empowered Sellers Requesting the Oddest Contingencies
Traditions don’t have to die. One seller wants a porch skeleton to stay, and he wants its clothes changed frequently. Another seller demands that buyers keep his cat.
Keep Your Credit Profile Healthy During the Pandemic
Many people are worried about credit scores these days, and federal support programs have largely improved U.S. credit scores – but things could change quickly.
ACA Healthcare Open Enrollment Begins Nov. 1
Unlike 9-5 employees, Realtors’ independent-contractor status makes finding health coverage a bit challenging. However, open enrollment for qualified health plans starts Nov. 1 and ends on Dec. 15, and NAR has resources to help Realtors find plans that best match their needs.
Hate Masks Because Your Glasses Fog Over? Try This
The little things often frustrate us the most. For Realtors who must wear glasses, the masks with small metal strips at the top work best to avoid glass fogging.
Study: Black Homeowners Pay $13K More on Their Mortgages
According to a study done by MIT, Black borrowers pay $13,464 more than white borrowers over the life of a home loan, which includes interest, insurances and taxes.
Wary Cannabis Investors Get New Entry Point – a REIT
A publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) will focus on the cannabis industry. The REIT status provides tax benefits and can unlock capital.
Sept. New Home Sales Fall 3.5% After Strong Summer
Despite the modest decrease, new-home sales are up 32.1% year-to-year, and the industry bounced back this summer following a late-spring pandemic shutdown.
4 Appraisal Groups Agree to Fight Unconscious Bias
The Appraisal Institute, American Society of Appraisers and two other groups collectively support additional training that addresses unconscious bias in valuations.
RE Q&A: Does HOA Board Have to Vote on Every Expenditure?
Authority can be delegated to a manager, president or other person to spend money – usually up to a set amount – without board approval, but there are steps to follow.