FHFA Eliminates Their Refinance Fee—What Does This Mean for Real Estate?
The Federal Housing Finance Agency recently revoked the refinance fee they added in 2020. What does this mean for investors?
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Is Fully-Online, Agent-Free Home Buying the Next Step for Real Estate?
One of the more peculiar innovations within the last decade was the launch of Carvana, an online used car dealership that took the traditional dealer out of the picture. With…
Is Section 8 About to See its Biggest Expansion Ever?
The Biden administration is attempting to expand the Section 8 program. What does this mean for investors?
Should Investors Really Worry About a Foreclosure Crisis?
As the housing market continues to hit new peaks, there is reasonable fear that current prices are not sustainable. When imagining what could be the catalyst for price declines, one…
Great Expectations: Evaluating Cash Flow vs. Equity in 2021’s Wild Market
By switching your mindset from cash flow to equity, real estate investors can still find portfolio-boosting deals in this crazy housing market.
Murky Economic Waters Are Ahead—Here’s How To Survive
The economy is booming right now. Few would argue with this fact. But there are storm clouds on the horizon. You can close your eyes and try to ignore the…
Is the Fed’s Inflation Optimism Justified—Or Are We in For a Big Correction?
Rising inflation is not a disease we’ve cured—and it could have tectonic-level effects on the housing market in the next few years. Here's what investors can expect.
What Does the Supreme Court’s Eviction Moratorium Ruling Mean?
Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court denied a request to block the CDC from imposing their eviction moratorium—giving the federal moratorium another month of life. What does this mean for…
What Did COVID-19 Really Do to Rent Prices?
Many cities are seeing housing prices go through the roof, with double-digit year-over-year gains. But are rents keeping pace with property appreciation in the nation’s biggest metros?
Is “Selling Sunset” Real Estate Reality? 3 Truths from a Working Agent
The hit reality series claims to depict the the true lives of real estate agents. But is that depiction fair? We break down reality vs. fiction.
Why Is Lumber So Absurdly Expensive?
Lumber prices have truly spiraled out of control. Yes, we're seeing some drops—prices have dropped 40% since May's peak. But many investors believe higher prices are here to stay.
Inflation Is Coming—Here’s How to Prepare (And Invest!)
Typically, news of inflation spooks the market, triggering sell-offs as investors anticipate a slow down in business—eventually denting their bottom lines. However, that hasn't happened yet in 2021. Why?
Why Are the Rich Renting—And What Does It Mean for You?
Investor opportunity typically follows shifting demand, and if one recent development in real estate is any indication, significant opportunities may already be open in one particular asset segment. This development…
