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Homeless People Take Over Abandoned School in Tacoma
In Tacoma, WA, police put on personal protective equipment in order to clear an abandoned school that had been taken over by nearly a dozen people. This action was taken on the night of Friday, November 20. The homeless pe...
Should You Put Down 20% on Your Home Purchase? Look at These Reasons
Many prospective home buyers erroneously believe that they need to put down 20% on a house in order to obtain a mortgage. However, many lenders and available programs make it easier to get into that dream ...
Every luxury home has unique features that make it stand out from the rest. However, if you buy one, you might realize that it has some missing amenit...
The best way to ensure that your luxury home possesses all your preferred features is to build it yourself. However, bui...
Programs You Need to Know About if You're Looking for Affordable Housing
Affordable housing is an important part of any community, and many people are looking for ways to access it more easily. Over the years, the government has initiated various programs to enhance housing...
How to Talk Down the Price of a House
Getting a good deal when buying a house takes a bit of smart talking and a good understanding of the game. You could end up keeping more money in your pocket if you play your cards right. Here’s a quick guide to help you negoti...
How the Housing Crisis and COVID-19 Are Creating the Perfect Storm
Both financial and health experts are growing increasingly worried about the effects of the COVID-19 virus on the housing industry. As more Americans continue to struggle to find employment in this unprecede...
Amazon and Facebook Plan to Invest in Housing in Multiple Cities
According to a press release on January 9, Amazon plans to invest $2 billion in housing in three American cities over the next five years. Those cities are Seattle, Nashville and Arlington. Amazon expects to ha...
Wall Street Investors Win Big in Housing Market
According to a Business Insider report from earlier this week, Wall Street investment firms are making billions of dollars on Americans' mortgages once again, capitalizing entirely on a struggling housing market that's on the ...
A Place to Call Home; The Latest Trends in Housing You Should Know About
It isn't easy trying to find a new home these days. Housing inventory still hasn't recovered in 2023. The supply remains at near historic low levels, but there is some encouraging news. Singl...