When Intel announced its multi-billion-dollar semiconductor facility in Licking County, Ohio, the impact quickly spread beyond the factory’s footprint. Neighboring townships, once expecting only gradual growth, are now facing a surge in demand for housing, data centers, and commercial buildings. These communities are rushing to update zoning laws and infrastructure plans, all while trying to ...
Sarah Peters, team leader at eXp Luxury Realty in Bucks County, can often predict whether a home will draw multiple offers or linger on the market, based not on size or school district, but on whether it checks off the features buyers now demand. Peters, whose team closed 76 homes in 2025, has seen a ...
Not too long ago, buying a home in Nashville meant competing in bidding wars and agreeing to purchases with fewer protections for buyers. Today, the market has shifted: homes are staying on the market longer, price reductions are common, and sellers are offering concessions that they rarely considered in recent years. For buyers who have ...
Florida’s condo market is facing what veteran realtor Ray Collins calls a “perfect storm” of pressures, forcing a rapid reassessment of coastal property values. Collins, an agent with Coldwell Banker Realty in Sarasota, points to a convergence of new regulations, rising insurance costs, and climate concerns that have sharply increased condo ownership costs and shifted ...
After a sluggish start to 2024, Martin County’s housing market has shifted. Homes that lingered on the market earlier this year are now selling more quickly, and new listings are declining. The balance of power between buyers and sellers is changing, affecting how both sides should approach their next move. Current Market Conditions Martin County ...
Imagine you find the perfect condo in Boca Raton. The price fits your budget, and the location is ideal. Then you receive the insurance quote: $8,000 a year. Suddenly, your monthly housing cost jumps by $650, and the deal no longer works. For buyers and homeowners across South Florida, home insurance has become a major ...
National headlines warn of plunging office values and stalled apartment construction in major U.S. cities, but Philadelphia’s real estate market is showing more resilience than most. Appraisers working locally report that Philadelphia is holding steady, even as other towns face steeper corrections. Unlike New York or San Francisco, Philadelphia never depended heavily on office space. ...
When most people think of Philadelphia’s hottest real estate, neighborhoods like Fishtown, Northern Liberties, and Rittenhouse Square come to mind. These areas dominate headlines, social media, and bidding wars. However, appraisers working throughout the city are seeing momentum in less-hyped neighborhoods where prices remain reasonable, infrastructure is solid, and local interest is quietly building. These ...
Jacksonville’s housing market has shifted rapidly from a seller’s market to one that favors buyers. After months of limited inventory and bidding wars, the number of homes for sale in Jacksonville has climbed to about 11,000 – nearly double what agents saw during the peak of competition. For buyers who have been waiting for better ...
You’ve found the perfect Miami condo. The kitchen is updated, the price seems fair, and you’re ready to make an offer. But then the inspection uncovers costly issues, the appraisal falls short, or the loan fails to close – and the deal collapses. After more than 20 years in Miami real estate, Nayla Benitez, associate ...
A studio apartment in downtown Akron currently rents for about $1,000 per month. For a two-bedroom unit, expect to pay between $1,200 and $2,000, depending on the building and the quality of finishes. Compared to Cleveland, these prices are relatively low – downtown Akron rents are less than half of what you would pay in ...
Building a luxury mountain home is a long, complex process that requires years of planning, permitting, and construction. Unlike suburban developments that can be completed quickly, mountain projects demand patience and careful execution. Developers in places like Telluride and Steamboat Springs know that rushing the process often leads to homes that look dated before the ...
Five years ago, Palm Beach County buyers focused on square footage and pools. Today, those features are still on the list, but they’re no longer the first questions asked. According to Raymond Fernandez, a sales associate and relocation specialist with eXp Realty who has sold hundreds of new-construction homes across South Florida, buyers now walk ...
Lucas Piper, owner of Five Star Vacation Home Rentals in Austin, has seen many short-term rental owners spend thousands on upgrades that fail to increase bookings. Despite investments in new furniture, complete repaints, or landscaping, some properties remain vacant for weeks. In contrast, owners who focus on a handful of targeted, inexpensive improvements consistently secure ...
Three years ago, purchasing a new home in San Antonio typically meant paying a premium compared to existing homes. Today, new construction is often the more practical choice for first-time buyers—not necessarily because the homes are superior, but because builders are absorbing costs that buyers previously had to pay out of pocket. An increase in ...
