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How to Register a Building as a Historic Property

How to Register a Building as a Historic Property

The US provides citizens with an opportunity to register their buildings or any other property as a historic property. However, there are various factors to be considered before a property is assessed for registration. The eligibility procedures should be followed, and some finer details must be adhered to depending on the state in which one resides.

Driving Trends Shaping the Commercial Real Estate Industry in 2021

Driving Trends Shaping the Commercial Real Estate Industry in 2021

Despite the widespread impact of Covid-19 on commercial real estate in 2020, new evolving opportunities are accelerating this industry in 2021. Commercial real estate is taking the lead in opportunities revolving around development, planning skills, capital investments to reshape lifestyles and work environments.

Outstanding Home Building Trends in 2021

Outstanding Home Building Trends in 2021

One of the niches in real estate impacted most by technology is residential real estate. New technologies have changed how residential homes are being constructed. Technology has inspired a whole new range of home building trends. Modern design and construction trends have some common characteristics

Great Ways for Home Owners to Add Equity

Great Ways for Home Owners to Add Equity

Home equity denotes the difference between what the owner of the property owes on his or her mortgage and what the home is worth in the present moment. Home equity is an imperative and valuable financial tool and is considered one of the best financial advantages for owning a home. 

Staging Tips to Help Sell Your Property Quickly

Staging Tips to Help Sell Your Property Quickly

Buyers look for many things in a potential new home. Sellers and real estate professionals want their homes to be most appealing during open houses and private showings. Decorating the home will help encourage potential buyers to picture themselves living there.

How do Interest Rates Affect Housing Prices?

How do Interest Rates Affect Housing Prices?

When buying a new home, there are few things that one needs to know to make an informed financial decision. Purchasing a new home or property, whether residential or commercial, can be a hysterical process. Moreso, if interest rates are on the rise. Changes in interest rates tend to influence individuals’ property buying patterns.

2021’s Real Estate Trends

2021’s Real Estate Trends

This past year presented numerous challenges to the real estate industry. As we look ahead toward 2021, preparing for emerging trends can help real estate professionals plan for the new year and take advantage of market developments.

What is Commercial Real Estate?

What is Commercial Real Estate?

Commercial real estate (CRE) includes property intended for business purposes. For business owners, investing in CRE affords them space to operate their enterprises. For investors, CRE encompasses space they can lease to other businesses.

A Beginners Guide to Real Estate Investing

A Beginners Guide to Real Estate Investing

There are several steps involved when it comes to real estate investing, so you shouldn’t trick yourself into thinking it’s something you can jump right into without preparation. This type of investing requires the same level of research and planning that any business endeavor requires.