Written by Lucas Hall at landlordology.com If you’ve ever bought a house, you were probably given the opportunity to buy a home warranty in conjunction with the purchase. Home warranties are some of the most-marketed products in real estate, and often come with referral bonuses. But are they worth it? In my experience…
Written by Jane Meggitt from Landlordology The rules for handling and deducting from a security deposit are commonly misunderstood. This article will clarify the legitimate reasons for withholding all or part of a security deposit from a tenant. Best Practices for Withholding a Security Deposit It’s a common scenario: your…
By Glenn Curtis Investopedia Those who consistently make money in real estate know the market. They know the location and the history. They know what new developments are planned. They know the transportation and the schools. They know everything about the area where they invest. They have to know it…
By: Pat Curry @ Homelogic.com Here are eight ways to help your home put its best face forward. Homes with high curb appeal command higher prices and take less time to sell. We’re not talking about replacing vinyl siding with redwood siding; we’re talking about maintenance and beautifying tasks you’d like…
Environmental News The RRP Rule seeks to reduce lead exposure from toxic lead dust that can be disturbed during renovations and repairs. The rule regulates lead-based paint activities, including renovation of residences built prior to 1978, and the certification of individuals and firms who are involved in these activities.The recordkeeping…
by Brad McMillan of Commonwealth Financial Network Today, I want to revisit a post I wrote just over two years ago. I’ve updated some of the data, but the concerns and the conclusions remain timely. In keeping with one of my recurring themes, this is also an example of how…
Courtesy of Eric Jay Toll Reporter Phoenix Business Journal Eight Arizona cities are rising in the ranks of healthiest housing markets in the U.S., according to a WalletHub study. They all landed in the top 50 healthiest U.S. housing markets for comparably sized cities based on population. Gilbert, a midsize city, ranked…
Courtesy of Mike Sunnucks Senior Reporter Phoenix Business Journal Phoenix home prices are up for a seventh straight month compared to year earlier, according to the much-watched Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller Home Price Index. Phoenix’s growth rate in the most recent Case-Shiller report is 4.1 percent compared to a year earlier. That is…
Courtesy of Mike Sunnucks Senior Reporter Phoenix Business Journal Demand for rental homes remains strong in the Phoenix area. Monthly rents are up and the supply of rental homes is down across metro Phoenix, according to Arizona State University economist and housing expert Michael Orr. Orr, director of ASU’s Center for Real Estate…