by Nicole Stilley A lot of sources will tell you, the trend of using reclaimed wood is on its way OUT and has been for a while. As someone who is actively “house hunting” in extreme North Georgia, I have seen reclaimed or repurposed wood being used for a slew of different things. And I really love...
Why the COVID-19 pandemic might not lead to a wave of foreclosures The U.S. economy dropped by almost 32% in the second quarter of 2020, leading 55 million Americans to file for unemployment. Under normal circumstances, the disastrous economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic would lead to a...
As Americans consider the need for more space, demand for single-family rentals will likely remain strong. Real estate investing requires capital, patience and discipline. It is a sound way to build wealth, but it is not for the faint of heart. Capital Capital is needed both to make the initial...
Just in time for fall—out with the warm and in with the cool! In today’s real estate market, there is a trend that many sellers are overlooking. It is one of the most basic and cost-effective ways to increase the values of their homes—interior paint. What the studies are saying about millennial...
What opportunities lie ahead? For the real estate market, the pandemic has revealed underlying weaknesses in some otherwise dependable investments and surprising strength in others. The single-family rental (SFR) market, in particular, has proven to be exceptionally resilient. Cautious Optimism in...
The truth about the markets is still out there if you know where to look. Sadly, one of the most significant trends of 2020 will likely fall by the wayside for most people. It will not be discussed on the evening news, and it will not be the subject of dinner-table conversations in the average...
Don't overlook the smaller, lower-cost items that can add interest and value to your renovation. The purpose of all home renovations is to add value to a property—while adhering to some form of a budget. That’s even more true with investment related to renovations. Adding value within a budget...
The economy is open, but that doesn’t mean we’re “back to normal.” Things have changed dramatically for real estate investors since the start of 2020. In January, real estate investors were still shaking hands with everyone at seminars, slapping each other’s backs at networking events and doing...
The sector appears well-positioned to become an even more important option in the coming decade. As we enter a new decade, housing observers across the country are making predictions for what the next 10 years will bring. With structural factors like the shortage of affordable housing and high...
