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Is Your House Up to Code? The Results of an Inspection May Surprise You
Most cities and municipalities in the US have established certain building codes that also apply to private homes. While most homeowners simply assume that their home is up to code, this is not necessar...
As a first-time homeowner, you are hopeful that the process of acquiring a house will be flawless, and you won't encounter many challenges. You should...
While making such a huge financial decision, you should ensure that you are well-informed. Make sure you are well educ...
The Debate Around Eviction Moratoriums
During the height of the pandemic last year in the United States, then-President Donald Trump worked with various governors and state representatives to start eviction freezes around the country, called moratoriums. Basically, this mea...
The Risk of Overvalued Housing Markets
The Risk of Overvalued Housing Markets The housing market has long been a very sporadic thing to track. It's up and down like the ebb and flow of the ocean's tides. Though it's also one of the things that props up the economies of many...
Revolutionizing Rental Support: The Transition from Vouchers to Cash
In a groundbreaking initiative, the U.S. government is exploring a transformative change in its approach to assisting families in need of housing. Moving away from the traditional voucher-based system, the...
Where Will Mortgage Rates Head in 2020?
One of the things that helped the housing market forward in 2019 was the fact that interest rates dropped over the course of the year, making mortgages less expensive. Experts now predict that the good times will persist throughout 2020...
How Would a Potential Biden Presidency Affect the Housing Industry?
Now that both political parties have wrapped up their conventions, it is time to delve into the specifics of their policy plans. After the pomp and circumstance of the election season is over, Americans...
Housing Market Had Incredible Gains in 2020
In a press release dated February 9, Zillow announced that the United States housing market gained about $2.5 trillion in value in 2020. This is the most value gained in a year since 2005. The housing bubble burst around 2007 to 20...
Many Affordable Housing Recipients Missed Payments in 2020
People who manage to get an affordable housing unit often have to deal with a long list of stipulations. They can't have any arrests, can't be charged with any drug violations, must allow inspectors to come in and en...