The REAL ESTATE VOICE

”Positive Signs in the Housing Supply Issue? You Bet!”

Is builder confidence rising? Where are they building more homes? How far are we lagging in home supply? Listen up.

”Red-Hot Housing Market Continues to Cool”

The housing market continues to slow down from it's peak in June and July of 2021 and and although

prices remain high there are less offers for available listings. There is more....Listen up.

”White House Unveils Plan to Ease Affordable Housing”

A multi-layered approach is what we need and it looks like the Biden Administration is listening. This remains the tightest supply for purchase and rental homes in 30 years. More tax credits for building multi-family homes, zoning regulation changes, and much more. Listen up.

”Is There an Easing Coming in Sky High Home Prices?”

What is the market doing globally? Will there be a seasonal slow-down this year? Will that help buyer selection if it does slow? Is there new land regulations coming allowing builders to build more? Listen up. Stay informed.

Where the Devil is the Landlord & Tenant Rental Assistance?"

The program that was meant to help tenants pay their rent so both landlords and tenants can survive during the pandemic is being held up in a program that was allowed in September of 2020. ALMOST ONE YEAR AGO! With the eviction moratorium coming to an end help is still needed. Listen up.

"Is It Cheaper to Buy Than Rent? A Look at the Top 50 Largest Markets".

Much to consider when you compare renting to buying. Home price appreciation climbing on average over 17+% year-over-year is one of the reasons to consider to buy but what else should you be aware of? Listen up.

"What is a 1031 Exchange and how does it help with Your Real Estate Investments?"

One of the common tools investors use is a 1031 Exchange. Many advantages come with it. Does it stop capital gains taxes or defer them? How often can I use it? Is it complicated and what are the rules per the IRS? Listen up.

"The Top Ten Emerging Housing Markets Heading into the 3rd Quarter"

The Top Ten. The numbers are NOT just based on home price but other factors such as good paying jobs, real estate taxes, and other issues. You may be surprised. Listen up.

Is a Massive Wave of Foreclosures Coming after the Moratorium Ends on July 31st?

This is a question people ask me on a on-going basis. The financial recession of 10-12 years ago are still fresh in homeowners and buyers minds. Are the analytics the same? If it happens would it destabilize the entire real estate market? Is the CFPB - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau active and involved and prepared? What does the mortgage companies say about loans in Forbearance? Listen up.

Weekly Housing Trends for July 2021 & What is the CPI & Why is it so High?!

Are we going to have more housing supply soon? Are home price values slowing & could this be a lift for homebuyers? What actually is the CPI (Consumer Price Index) and why do I need to know what it does? Why is it the highest it has been since 2008? Listen up.