The commercial real estate market is experiencing its worst liquidity challenge in almost 20 years, and it is vital that Congress take action to prevent a deepening crisis, the National Association of Realtors® said in testimony to the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Oversight and … [Read more...]

Vacancy rates continue to rise in most commercial sectors and are not expected to level out in most markets until the end of this year or early 2011, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, said there is one bright spot in commercial real estate. … [Read more...]

Focus on something you know best - Start in a market sector you understand. Whether focusing on fixer-uppers, foreclosures, starter homes, low-down payment properties, condominiums, or small apartment buildings, you will benefit from experience by specializing in one aspect of investment real … [Read more...]

When packing belongings for that final moving day, sometimes it may be best to leave it to the professionals, or leave some things behind entirely. Some moving and packing tips will help separate what not to pack. Some Items that Require Disassembly or Special Packaging Items requiring … [Read more...]

Cut back on your entertainment budget could be a good move as well. Even though we love to engage in our favorite hobbies and activities, sometimes we need to look for savings. But, these passions due come with expenses and you will need to curtail your passions if they are costing a great deal of … [Read more...]

Numerous surveys have shown that staging pays off and often helps to sell a home faster. First Impressions are Important. Roll out the red carpet for potential home buyers by sprucing up your entryways, especially the one on a lockbox. Welcome mats, planters filled with seasonal flowers, and … [Read more...]

Many Americans from age 18 to 29 are staying at home longer, receiving significant economic support from family members and are unsure whether there is value in getting a college degree according to a Heartland Monitor poll that insurance giant Allstate Corp. and the magazine National Journal … [Read more...]

The Federal Housing Administration plays a key role in today's housing market, but changes are necessary to support recovery in the real estate market and general economy. That was the focus of today's "Restoring the Balance of Public and Private Capital in Mortgage Finance" session, part of a … [Read more...]

Home staging can benefit sellers in difficult markets. Sellers should take advantage of all the tools and resources available in order to sell their home for a fair sale price. ~ Staging forces homeowners to organize and de-clutter such as clearing off shelves, closets and cabinets. It can also … [Read more...]

Pending home sales increased again in March, affirming that a surge of home sales is unfolding for the spring home buying season, according to the National Association of Realtors®. The Pending Home Sales Index,* a forward-looking indicator based on contracts signed in March, rose 5.3 percent to … [Read more...]