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Choosing the Best Heating & Cooling System for Your Property

Selecting the optimal heating and cooling system for your property.

On a recent episode of the Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast, Brian Hamrick discusses HVAC systems with expert Howard Bynder. Bynder provides practical tips on selecting the right HVAC system for your property, finding a reliable contractor, and exploring available rebates and incentives in your area. “Anyone who owns rental property understands […]

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FHFA Says Home Prices Up 6.3% Year Over Year

FHFA reports that home prices have increased by 6.3% compared to last year.

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The most recent Federal Housing Finance Agency’s House Price Index (HPI) report shows a 6.3% increase in home prices between January 2023 and January 2024. Additionally, the seasonally adjusted monthly index for January rose by 0.1% from December. The FHFA HPI is a comprehensive collection of house price indexes that track changes in single-family home

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Now Is the Perfect Time to Be Prepared for the Huge Numbers of Coming Available Properties and What Every Investor Needs to Know!

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Have you been listening to the news that foreclosures are happening every day in bigger numbers than in 2009 and 2010? Sophisticated investors are ready to start buying these foreclosed properties. The investors who are struggling to do deals today for one reason or another won’t be able to make offers and compete with hedge-funds

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CoreLogic Says Annual Rent Growth Remains Slow But Steady

CoreLogic reports that annual rent growth continues to be slow but steady.

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The most recent CoreLogic Single-Family Rent Index (SFRI) reports that U.S. single-family home rental prices increased by 2.8% year over year in December 2023, consistent with the previous four months. Despite rent gains slowing down in the second half of 2023, costs have still risen by almost 30% since early 2020. According to Molly Boesel,

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The fourth quarter of ’23 witnessed a 3.3% increase in GDP.

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According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, America’s real gross domestic product (GDP) experienced a 3.3% increase in the fourth quarter of 2023. This growth rate is 1.6 percentage points lower than the annualized increase in the previous quarter. For more details, you can read the full report at the U.S. Bureau of Economic

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Stay savvy during the winter season!

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As winter arrives, particularly in the northern regions of the country, today’s visuals from Weather.gov serve as a valuable reminder on how to handle snowy conditions. It is essential to share these graphics and prioritize safety. Have a wonderful and safe Friday! Additionally, credit goes to Weather.gov for providing this information. Visit their website for

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Flipping Activity Continues to Drop While Profits Continue to Rise

Despite profits continuing to rise, the activity of flipping has seen a decline.

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The latest U.S. Home Flipping Report from ATTOM reveals that in Q3, 2023, a total of 72,543 single-family houses and condominiums were flipped, accounting for 7.2% of all home sales during that period. ATTOM also reports that investor returns have been increasing for the past three quarters, with margins and raw profits reaching their highest

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Foreclosure Starts Rose in October - Real Estate Investing Today

Foreclosure initiations surged in October – Real Estate Investing Today

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According to Black Knight’s latest Mortgage First Look, the national delinquency rate decreased by 3 basis points to 3.26% in October. This represents a 9 basis point improvement compared to the same time last year. However, foreclosure starts increased to 33,000 in October, reaching their highest levels in 18 months. Meanwhile, the number of foreclosure

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Thanksgiving by the Numbers

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A Unique Perspective: Thanksgiving is a holiday holds a special place in the hearts of many, as it brings families together to celebrate and give thanks for the blessings in their lives. However, Thanksgiving is not only about delicious meals and quality time with loved ones; it also provides an interesting lens through which we

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New Member Benefit – Vendor VIP – Get In Front of over 5000 Real Estate Investors Locally in Massachusetts

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VendorVIP was created to provide a way for great vendors to be recognized and rewarded for providing exceptional service at a fair price. That’s why we work as a partner with smaller businesses to help them grow, based on the merits of exceptional work provided by experienced technicians and not by those who have the

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