Real estate news

• Demand Expands to Hot Inland Markets

  08-07-2018 19:05
  California’s domination as the hottest housing state is weakening, as other affordable markets trend up, according to the latest ranking by realtor.com®. California dipped out of the top five markets for the first time in six years, with the Bay Area finishing at No. 6. Close to half of the top 20 markets in the ranking had median values under the median nationally, or $299,000.
  June’s five hottest housing markets, based on days on market and online views, were: Midland, TexasAge
  
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• Visa Programs Are Important for Real Estate, but Need Reforms to Stay Viable

  08-07-2018 19:03
  While not apparent at first glance, many visa programs support real estate markets across the country. Visa holders purchase property, invest in property, keep other properties in good shape, provide capital for development and contribute to and stimulate property markets and economic development.
  However, these visas face challenges to remain viable: some are linked unfairly to the immigration debate, and, as a result, struggle to remain authorized by Congress; others are plagued by unfavorable
  
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• Buyers: Challenged by Student Debt? Consider Down Payment Programs

  08-07-2018 19:02
  Student loan debt is one of the biggest factors impacting millennials’ ability to purchase a home. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), 80 percent of millennials do not own a home, and, of that, 83 percent say student loan debt is impacting their ability to buy. Millennials expect to be delayed from home-buying for a median of seven years, the NAR research shows.
  There are alternatives, however, that millennials may not know about. In fact, according to a 2016 ATTO
  
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