Tips That Every Home Buyer Should Follow Finding the right neighborhood for first- time buyers can be hard. Many people struggle with this. A great way to find the perfect neighborhood for you is by doing your research online and touching base with some local real estate agents. Many websites online deal with statistics of… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: 3 Home Improvement Projects That Can Add Significant Equity to the House
3 Home Improvement Projects That Can Add Significant Equity to the House Typically, a do-it-yourself homeowner will constantly look for home improvement projects that can add a significant value to the home. Many of the projects are small enough that they will not break the bank or overextend their budget, but will provide additional equity… Read more »
Why Are Gayborhoods So Gay?
Space, place, neighborhood and household — these are all terms we use in everyday life to describe where we like to hang out, play, sleep, eat and love. Because we identify ourselves through things such as names, sexual and gender identities, race/ethnicity and national origin, it is fair to say that when discussing intersectionality, the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Getting The Best From Your Home Mortgage
Getting The Best From Your Home Mortgage Pay down your debt, then avoid adding new debt when trying to get a home loan. When your consumer debt is low, you will qualify for a higher mortgage loan. High levels of consumer debt can doom your application for a home mortgage. Carrying a lot of debt… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Advice On How To Sell Your Home
Real Estate Advice On How To Sell Your Home Hire a good agent, Terry Bornitz, I would recommend, have him do a market analysis on your home. Price it right, it will sell rapidly. Keep up the appearance of the home. Sell it to to first person that gives you an offer. You must consider… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Tips That Will Save You Money
Real Estate Tips That Will Save You Money Information about how much other homes have sold for is available though a realtor and should be considered when figuring out an amount to offer a seller. You should also consider the money that you will have to spend to make any repairs or modifications to the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Selling Tips For Novice And Professionals
Real Estate Selling Tips For Novice And Professionals By making kitchen updates that are small, you can really increase the value of your home. Think about buying a new appliance to serve as a focal point, modernizing your kitchen. Islands and hanging storage areas are wonderful and popular upgrades you can do to your kitchen…. Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Tips To Help You Find Your Next Home!
Tips To Help You Find Your Next Home! If a real estate purchase is too good to be true, then it probably is just that. Many sellers want to unload a lackluster piece of property and will do so by any means necessary. If the cost is extremely low or the seller is quick to… Read more »
More San Francisco Homes Sit Unsold As Inventory Grows
It’s the news buyers have been waiting for: San Francisco’s crazy competitive market appears to be slowing down. According to SocketSite, the inventory of unsold homes on the market in mid-April is at its highest point in four years. “The inventory of unsold homes listed for sale in San Francisco ticked up to 615 over… Read more »
Is San Francisco’s Market Slowing Down?
That sound you hear may be some air finally escaping from the inflated San Francisco real estate market. Home prices in the San Francisco Bay Area fell by 1.8% year-over-year in March, the first such drop in four years, according to Redfin , a Seattle-based real estate brokerage. “For years, San Francisco has been one… Read more »
How Secretive Shell Companies Shape The U.S. Real Estate Market
The 11.5 million leaked documents of the Panama Papers have shone a spotlight on numerous anonymous companies that the world’s wealthy use to secretly manage their funds. These companies acted as fronts for high-profile politicians, celebrities and businessmen, allowing them to buy property, open bank accounts and trade assets without the public knowing their true… Read more »
Toni Powell, Gay Friendly Seattle Mover
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals: Proud Member: GBSA-Greater Seattle Business Association Seattle Chamber of Commerce BBB-accredited; A+ AMSA-American Moving and Storage Association Washington Mover’s Conference Washington Trucker’s Association. Seattle is a city that makes… Read more »
Billboard Advertises New San Francisco Homes ‘From the Low $1000000s’
Is this a thing now? Really?: San Francisco Examiner reporter Joe Fitz Rodriguez tweeted an image of a “hair-raising” billboard he spotted on Ocean Avenue advertising new homes in San Francisco from the low $1,000,000s. At Gay Realty Watch, we look for news to share with you about the gay real estate market – both… Read more »
Why Aren’t They Building Condos in Seattle?
Kyoko Matsumoto Wright is a real estate agent who dreams of being able to buy a new condo in Mountlake Terrace. She fears she’ll be waiting a long time. In downtown Seattle there are new condos for sale, but there aren’t many and soon there could be none. “We think it is a real possibility,”… Read more »
Stephen Sattler, Gay Baltimore Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals: If you’re relocating to the Baltimore real estate market from somewhere else, or if you’re a current Baltimore resident and would like to look at other places to live,… Read more »
How To Make Expensive Cities Affordable For Everyone Again
Last week, we wrote about a new report from the California Legislative Analyst’s Office that found that poorer neighborhoods that have added more market-rate housing in the Bay Area since 2000 have been less likely to experience displacement. The idea is counterintuitive but consistent with what many economists theorize: Build more housing, and the cost… Read more »
Is the New York Real Estate Market About to Crash?
The tallest residential structure in the Western Hemisphere sits at 432 Park Avenue in New York City. Standing at nearly 1,400 feet, there are 141 apartments for sale in a building where there average selling price is $21 million, ten times the price of an “average” Manhattan apartment! But here’s the thing, despite all the… Read more »
What The Average Manhattan Rent Could Get You Abroad
Finding a home in Manhattan is notoriously hard, with rents steadily on the rise and an ever-growing influx of people looking to make the borough their home. For February 2016, MNS Real Estate reports the average Manhattan rent to be sitting at $3,850 (€3,411, £2,658), after spiking over $4,000 (€3,563, £2,812) towards the end of… Read more »
Edward Alexander, Gay Wilmington Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals: After a successful career with Morgan Stanley, Edward Alexander is working with a level of professionalism and knowledge that’s hard to match! Wilmington has the largest per capita gay… Read more »
Most Rural LGBT Folks Move to Cities
More than half of LGBT people that live in rural areas of Northern Ireland feel compelled to move to cities, a new report has revealed. The findings by The Rainbow Project, also showed that 43% of respondents said their sexual orientation was at least partly related their desire to move. The survey explored the lives… Read more »
Why It Seems Impossible To Buy Your First Home
A starter home is supposed to be an entry point into the market: a modest property, maybe a two-bed, one-bath, a place a young couple could buy into before all the pets and kids and seldom-used kitchen appliances come along. Buy a starter home, if all goes well, and you position yourself later to trade… Read more »
Ray Gernhart, Gay Washington DC Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals: With my successful career of over twenty five years in real estate, I have personally experienced all the ups and downs of the Washington DC real estate market. Since… Read more »
Sleek New LGBTQ Housing Coming to LA and NYC
Los Angeles and New York City, which have two of the largest LGBTQ populations in the country, are about to welcome two exciting new facilities geared at those communities. In Los Angeles, not far from the iconic and soon-to-be-demolished Circus Disco gay club, the LGBT Center will build a new campus with 100 affordable housing… Read more »
Jamie Stokes, Gay Oshawa, Ontario Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals: I am a dedicated and driven full time Sales Representative here to help you get your dream home in the area that is best for you. I work full… Read more »
Best Date to List a Home for Sale, By Market
Spring selling season is ready to bloom–in just over a week for some of the nation’s markets according to Zillow, which last week reported the best time frame to list a home for sale in specific major metros across the nation. The Hanley Wood Data Studio picked up on the Zillow report and created the… Read more »
Lynn Wunsch, Lesbian Denver Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals: My real estate practice is based upon my core values and my passion to provide superior customer service, leverage my expertise and knowledge, serve as an advocate and the… Read more »
Japan Plans World’s Tallest Skyscraper
Japan will one day lay claim to the world’s tallest building, if new plans are to go ahead. The Sky Mile Tower in Tokyo, the capital of Japan, would measure 1,699m and host up to 55,000 people. It would be located in a Tokyo Bay, southeast of the city. The futuristic concept for the new… Read more »
Get The Advice You Need To Sell Your Property
Get The Advice You Need To Sell Your Property Knowing a bit about the features of a property can help know how much to sell or offer for a home for. Things like swimming pools, two-car garages, single car detached garages or attached garages can make a difference in the value of the home. They… Read more »
Millennials Leaving High-Cost Vancouver, B.C.
As the price of an average house in the beautiful city nears $1.3 million Canadian, young tech workers are moving out, leaving worried business leaders behind. Kevin Oke had a millennial’s dream job in Vancouver, B.C., working as lead designer at a video-game company whose clients included Atari and Ubisoft Entertainment, but he still couldn’t… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Tips And Strategies On Buying Real Estate
Tips And Strategies On Buying Real Estate For buyers that have lost their home to foreclosure keep your dream alive. There may have been many reasons for losing the home such as job loss. Keep in mind that someday you will own a home again and places like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can give… Read more »
Brian Lavery, Gay Seattle Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. I’m a Seattle native, and my family has lived on the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle for three generations. I graduated from Washington State University with a Business/Marketing degree,… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Good Solid Advice About Home Mortgages That Anyone Can Use
Good Solid Advice About Home Mortgages That Anyone Can Use Remember that the interest rate isn’t the most important part of a mortgage. You also have to think about closing costs, points and other incidentals. There are different kinds of loan as well. That is why you have to find out as much as you… Read more »
Melissa C Lundgren, Gay Friendly Nashville Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. My goal is to give you a stellar- best ever-personal-home buying or listing experience- To determine, prepare, and help you accomplish your goals and dreams of Home ownership here… Read more »
Could This 3D-Printed Home Be The Revolution For Off-Grid Living?
Buildings, transport and manufacturing consume the most energy in our day-to-day lives; but with ever-rising demand and cost, what would it look like if we reimagined these systems? The Additive Manufacturing Integrated Energy (AIME) demonstration project is one possible strategy to create a balance between urbanization, resulting in humanity’s growing need for energy, and humanity…. Read more »
Terry’s Blog: When To Lower The Price Of Your Real Estate
When To Lower The Price Of Your Real Estate Selling a home or piece of real estate, especially in today’s market can seem like a questionable decision. If you need to sell, then using the tips found below you can make the process easier and make sure that you are getting the most that you… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Thinking About Buying Real Estate IN Brandon? Read These Tips First
Thinking About Buying Real Estate IN Brandon? Read These Tips First Knowing what you can afford in monthly payments is very important when considering a real estate purchase. If you have a maximum monthly payment amount that you feel comfortable with, then you will eliminate the possibility of making yourself “house poor”, meaning that all… Read more »
Paul Hyllested, Gay Phoenix Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Paul Hyllested has been in the real estate industry since 2000. During his time in the business of real estate, Paul has been a part of both difficult and… Read more »
Vancouver Has a Ton of Empty Homes
“Home buyers and prospective renters have fretted for years that investors were snapping up homes and leaving them empty, cutting supply and boosting prices in the process,” as the Financial Post put it. The report analyzed residential electricity consumption via a decade’s worth of anonymized data provided by BC Hydro, the electric utility. A home… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Quick Advice To Help You Sell Real Estate In Harrisburg
Quick Advice To Help You Sell Real Estate In Harrisburg When you’re ready to sell your house, pick an agent who gives you a lower estimate. It may feel like a blow to the gut, but that’s probably closer to a realistic sale price. Of course, you can still start high, but this way you’ll… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Shop Until You Drop: Real Estate Buying Tips For Sioux Falls Home Buyers
Shop Until You Drop: Real Estate Buying Tips For Sioux Falls Home Buyers Knowing what you can afford in monthly payments is very important when considering a real estate purchase. If you have a maximum monthly payment amount that you feel comfortable with, then you will eliminate the possibility of making yourself “house poor”, meaning… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Home Mortgage Tips That Can Save You A Bundle When Buying a Home in Hartford SD
Home Mortgage Tips That Can Save You A Bundle When Buying a Home in Hartford SD Try getting pre-approved for your mortgage. It helps you know what you’re able to spend before you bid on properties. It also helps you avoid getting attached to a home that is out of your price range. The process… Read more »
LGBT People Flocking to Anti-Gay States
LGBT people are increasingly moving to traditionally red states where they lack protections against discrimination and are under attack from anti-gay lawmakers, according to an analysis of data from the U.S. Census Bureau and Gallup. Of the 20 US cities that saw increases in their rankings for percentage of LGBT residents from 1993 to 2014,… Read more »
Jeremiah Oswald, Gay Charleston Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Jeremiah has a passion for real estate which started when he bought his first home at 21. Homeownership and the idea of long-term investments inspired him to become a… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Tips That Will Get Your Home Sold In Tea
Tips That Will Get Your Home Sold In Tea Don’t be afraid to get into a bidding war, because it may be your best option for selling high. By pricing the home competitively considering the area it is in, interest will be shown by more potential buyers. The best case scenario is that two or… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Buying Made Simple In Sioux Falls
Real Estate Buying Made Simple In Sioux Falls If you find the right real estate, do not hesitate to move forward. Many buyers spend time wondering if there might be something better or if they have made the right decisions. Not making a move on the right property can result in someone else purchasing before… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: How To Increase The Value Of Your Real Estate In Tea SD Before Selling
How To Increase The Value Of Your Real Estate In Tea SD Before Selling If you are a seller that is about to put your home up on the market you should get your own home inspection done ahead of time. You wouldn’t want to have a problem when a buyer has it inspected and… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: A Guide To Buying Real Estate In Sioux Falls SD
A Guide To Buying Real Estate In Sioux Falls SD Know the entire cost of the home you are thinking of buying. Different properties will have different tax amounts that are owed each year, have different energy efficiency when it comes to utilities, and may have different costs for homeowners insurance as well. Use this… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Home Mortgage Tips For Buyers in Harrisburg SD That Can Make Your Life Easier
Home Mortgage Tips For Buyers in Harrisburg SD That Can Make Your Life Easier Watch out for banks offering a “no cost” mortgage loan. There is really no such thing as “no cost”. The closing costs with “no cost” mortgages is rolled into the mortgage loan instead of being due upfront. This means that you… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Sell Your Home In Brandon Now – Here Is How!
Sell Your Home In Brandon Now – Here Is How! If you’re waiting to sell your house: maybe until the market recovers a bit; or because you can’t find a buyer, then renovate! Re-tile the entryway, plant some flowering bushes, go ahead and get those new cabinets for the kitchen. It’ll make the house more… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: A Beginners Guide To Buying Real Estate In Minnehaha County
A Beginners Guide To Buying Real Estate In Minnehaha County In evaluating the value of a piece of residential property, you should be cautious about nearby commercial or industrial properties. Keep in mind that while such properties might be inoffensive (or even vacant) at the moment you look at a nearby house, the future holds… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Learn What You Can Do In Harrisburg SD To Make Selling Your Home A Reality
Learn What You Can Do In Harrisburg SD To Make Selling Your Home A Reality Spring is the best time to get your home on the market. Parents prefer not to uproot their children from schools mid-term, and so, purchasing by late spring and moving in the summer months is ideal. Having your realtor hired,… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Read On For Home Buying Tips In Tea SD
Read On For Home Buying Tips In Tea SD Look for alternative sources in reaching your down payment goal. Sometimes you may have the option to apply for government programs that will assist with the purchase. First time home buyers should always exercise this option, as it can save you an immense amount of money… Read more »
Robert Dawson, Gay Lynchburg Property Manager
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. As newly elected president of our Lynchburg Association of Realtors for 2016, I look forward to serving my professional peers as well as our community. Owner/Broker of Dawson Ford… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Home Mortgages: What You Need To Know in South Dakota
Home Mortgages: What You Need To Know in South Dakota Early preparation for your mortgage application is a good idea. Your finances must be under control when you are house hunting. You need to build substantial savings and make sure your debt level is reasonable. You run the risk of your mortgage getting denied if… Read more »
Selling Your Home in Brandon SD. Advice From Those Who Have Been There
Selling Your Home in Brandon SD. Advice From Those Who Have Been There Have your home’s heating and air conditioning systems checked for proper working order before you put the home on the market. Servicing major appliances, like the heating and air conditioning system, before selling your home makes it more appealing, because buyers don’t… Read more »
Buying Real Estate in Sioux Falls SD
Buying Real Estate in Sioux Falls SD If you trust the realtor you have chosen for your real estate purchase, it can be in your interest to ask about service providers for other aspects of the purchase. Realtors work with mortgage lenders and others on a regular basis and can recommend those that they have… Read more »
Death of the Gayborhood: Queer Aging in the Time of Gentrification
Seattle is experiencing a new era of gentrification, one that doesn’t just bulldoze low income apartment buildings but is also wiping out traditional gayborhoods, severing the links between queer generations. Two artists respond with resilience. Seattle is “broverwhelmed.” Between the tech industry and the real estate developers catering to upscale tastes of the increasingly privileged… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Important Things To Consider Before Putting Your Property On The Market in Harrisburg SD
Important Things To Consider Before Putting Your Property On The Market in Harrisburg SD When you have your property up for sale, be realistic about the price. Look at compatible local sales and the values of homes in your area, then set a price which is at the higher end of the average. By pricing… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: What Minnehaha County Real Estate Buyers Already Know
What Minnehaha County Real Estate Buyers Already Know When starting the search for a new home, research the area to find the neighborhoods that you would be happy in. Make sure to check out crime statistics, school quality, and the areas walking score. If you have an agent, let them know the type of area… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: What Brandon SD Home Buyers Need To Know About Home Mortgages
What Brandon SD Home Buyers Need To Know About Home Mortgages Long before you apply for a mortgage, look into your credit report and make certain everything is in order. This year, credit standards are stricter than before, so you have to make sure your credit score is as high as possible. That will help… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: What You Need To Know When Selling Real Estate In Brandon
What You Need To Know When Selling Real Estate In Brandon When preparing to sell your home, a little bit of paint can be a great improvement and increase the selling price. Choose neutral but not plain colors, to make the rooms feel bright, clean and happy. Match colors as best you can with each… Read more »
Best Cities for Gay, Lesbian & Straight Singles
This post was provided by Zillow.com: If you found yourself alone this Valentine’s Day, your location may be the problem. While you can find love anywhere, it’s even easier to find love in some metros than others according to new research on the best cities for love in 2016. Zillow looked at the following factors… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Making A List Of Home Features To Entice Buyers in The Harrisburg Area.
Making A List Of Home Features To Entice Buyers in The Harrisburg Area. Maximizing the impact of a good first impression can translate into a sold sign! Most buyers have an image in mind of their dream home and you want that dream realized the minute they lay eyes on your property. Invest in a… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Tips For The Attentive Buyer in Sioux Falls SD
Real Estate Tips For The Attentive Buyer in Sioux Falls SD The process of buying a home can be exciting to some and intimidating to others. Regardless of where you stand on your feelings about it, now is a great time to buy. To select the right city or area for you, you should visit… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: The Thing You Should Know About Home Mortgages In Harrisburg and Tea SD
The Thing You Should Know About Home Mortgages In Harrisburg and Tea SD When you are looking for a home it can be very stressful to everyone involved. More stress is added to the process when you are trying to get approved for a home mortgage in order to purchase your dream home. Getting the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: What You Need To Know About Selling Your Real Estate In Minnehaha County
What You Need To Know About Selling Your Real Estate In Minnehaha County When you’re selling your home, stop and think about the time of year that your are putting it up in. Families that want to move, don’t want to uproot their kids in the middle of the school year. Most people are selling… Read more »
SF Planners Recommend Approval of Housing Slated for Castro funeral home
As expected, San Francisco planners are recommending approval of a mixed-use redevelopment project that would incorporate a Castro funeral home building. At its February 11 meeting, the planning commission is expected to vote on the Prado Group’s revamp of Sullivan’s Funeral Home at 2254 Market Street and its adjacent parking lot. The developer has proposed… Read more »
Lynn Wunsch, Lesbian Denver Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. My real estate practice is based upon my core values and my passion to provide superior customer service, leverage my expertise and knowledge, serve as an advocate and the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Great Tips About Home Mortgages That Tea Residents Can Use
Great Tips About Home Mortgages That Tea Residents Can Use Have you ever wanted to buy a home, but you were afraid of a mortgage? Maybe you’re worried about taxes and insurance escrow? Perhaps you don’t know how to find the right mortgage company and what is a good interest rate? All these questions are… Read more »
Houses Near Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods Reap Better Property Value Returns
The internal debate for people who are shopping for a home is never an easy one, as the location and potential for the property value to rise might outrank the appearance of the brick and mortar edifice. But new research from Zillow has reiterated beliefs that resale value should remain the higher priority. Even first-time… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Tips For Scoring The Real Estate Deal Of A Lifetime In Sioux Falls and Lennox SD
Tips For Scoring The Real Estate Deal Of A Lifetime In Sioux Falls and Lennox SD There’s a huge list of real estate dos and don’ts for buyers out there. When you need to know how to approach the market so that you don’t end up getting burned, these tips can definitely help you make… Read more »
The Gayborhood: Venice Gay Bar ‘Roosterfish’ to Close
Los Angeles is losing one of its oldest and most dearly beloved gay bars: Roosterfish in Venice is set to close after 37 years after a rent hike has made its lease unaffordable. Wrote bartender Gaetano Jones on Facebook: “So yes the rumors are true… After 37 years of business, The Roosterfish is closing for… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Making Wise Decisions About Selling Real Estate in Hartford and Crooks SD Requires Information
Making Wise Decisions About Selling Real Estate in Hartford and Crooks SD Requires Information When you are in the market to sell a piece of real estate, there are a lot of things that you need to take into consideration. The tips outlined in this article will assist you whether you are just beginning the… Read more »
13th Queerest City in America 2016: Waterbury, Connecticut
Connecticut’s nondiscrimination protections for sexual orientation and gender identity in adoption have put the state on the map as one of the queerest places in the country. Waterbury, about an hour and a half north of New York City (with connection via Metro-North Rail), serves as a creative hub, thanks to the 1920s Palace Theater… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Tips For Finding The Home Of Your Dreams in Harrisburg or Tea SD
Tips For Finding The Home Of Your Dreams in Harrisburg or Tea SD Suppose you are moving to a new town because you have just gotten a job there. How do you decide on the area where you want to live? The Chamber of Commerce can be a good place to start. They can give… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Home Mortgages: Top Tips To Get You The Best Deal in The Sioux Falls Area
Home Mortgages: Top Tips To Get You The Best Deal in The Sioux Falls Area When you realize the time has come to buy a home, many thoughts will cross your mind. One of the first is often the fact that you need to seek out a mortgage to fulfill your dream. The tips below… Read more »
Rent in These 9 Cities Will Get Cheaper in 2016
Spending way too much of your income on rent? This year you could get some relief. Real estate marketplace Zillow issued a new forecast last week that indicates that rent prices won’t rise as quickly in 2016 has they have in the past. Zillow expects rental appreciation to “level off over the next 12 months,… Read more »
Christian Cocca, Gay Palm Springs Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Christian has been selling Southern California real estate since 2001. As a second generation Real Estate Agent, he began his career right out of college, winning numerous awards his… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Advice On How To Sell Your Home In Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg and Tea
Real Estate Advice On How To Sell Your Home In Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg and Tea Whether you are a first time home seller in Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg or Tea, or you have been through the process before, there is always room to learn more information. In the following article, you are going to… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Finding Your Perfect Home In Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg and Tea Is Easy With An Experienced Real Estate Agent
Finding Your Perfect Home In Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg and Tea Is Easy With An Experienced Real Estate Agent If you are looking for all of the basics regarding buying real estate,in Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg and Tea. This can be a confusing subject with all of the different opinions and information that is available… Read more »
D.C. an Unaffordable Place to Rent
It is always surprising to me how much space a renter gets for $2,000 or less a month. For many parts of Northwest D.C., $2,000 a month rents a junior one bedroom. For most places in the country, this rent is considered delusional whereas it has become a norm in the District. The D.C. housing… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Get Smart And Follow These Tips On Buying Real Estate in Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg, and Tea SD.
Get Smart And Follow These Tips On Buying Real Estate in Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg, and Tea SD. Everyone dreams of owning a wonderful house and being able to call it their own. However, buying a piece of real estate can be a stressful and long process, especially if you are unsure of how to… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Considering Taking Out A Mortgage in Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, Brandon, or Tea? Here Are Some Helpful Tips!
Considering Taking Out A Mortgage in Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, Brandon, or Tea? Here Are Some Helpful Tips! Have you had a mortgage before? Whether you’re a first-time home buyer looking for a home in Sioux Falls, or someone looking to refinance or buy another home, the mortgage market is constantly changing. You need to stay… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Practical Real Estate Advice From Industry Experts For Buyers and Sellers in the Sioux Falls SD Area
Practical Real Estate Advice From Industry Experts For Buyers and Sellers in the Sioux Falls SD Area Selling your house can be a complicated matter. There are probably many things about the home selling market that you do not even know about. In the following article, you are going to be given valuable information that… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Important Information To Know Before Making A Real Estate Investment In Sioux Falls SD
Important Information To Know Before Making A Real Estate Investment In Sioux Falls SD For a satisfactory real estate purchase, buyers should never let themselves be pressured into a quick purchase. There is no such thing as an urgent need to buy a house. Careful research, wise preparation and discriminating decision-making are vital to securing… Read more »
14th Queerest City in America 2016: Manchester, New Hampshire
The Advocate has their annual ranking out of the queerest cities in the US. Clocking in at 14: Manchester, New Hampshire: The largest city in New Hampshire attracted the likes of Janet Jackson and Ariana Grande, who filled the near-10,000-seat Verizon Wireless Arena with LGBT fans from all over New England. And you can bet… Read more »
3 Up-And-Coming Toronto Areas You Should Move To Before The Hype Hits
With Toronto constantly growing, neighborhoods around the city are constantly changing and the city’s ever-growing popularity sees the masses of dwellers follow the trend. Hipsters flocking into a certain area is the most obvious sign of gentrification rearing its head – but even right now, without coffee shops and ironic tote bags taking over the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Techniques For Profiting The Most From Your Real Estate Sale
Techniques For Profiting The Most From Your Real Estate Sale Today’s Harrisburg and Sioux Falls homebuyers are a different breed than before. They’re looking for the best deals on the best property out there. As a seller, if you cannot cater directly to this demanding market, your property will go stagnant. Read this article and… Read more »
Will the Coming Bump in Interest Rates Lower Co-op and Condo Values?
New York City real estate professionals are split on what effect the Federal Reserve’s expected raise in short-term interest rates will have on property values and real estate development. According to the latest survey by accounting firm Marks Paneth, 41 percent say an interest rate hike will cause co-op and condo values to decline, 34… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Get Real Estate Buying Advice That Will Help
Get Real Estate Buying Advice That Will Help Stress is the last thing you need when you are in the process of buying a home, in the Sioux Falls market. You can avoid some of that stress, by knowing more about the home buying process. In the following article, you are going to be given… Read more »
The Escalating Demise Of Gayborhoods
Personal assistant Brenden Michaels is wondering if his days in Brooklyn are numbered. He still clings to a cheap rental flat in uber-gentrified Williamsburg, but has seen his neighbourhood’s prices skyrocket. He now laughingly suspects even the improvements he’s made to his own home may eventually come back to bite him. “I’ve repainted everything, put… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Hard Time Selling Real Estate? Try These Suggestions!
Hard Time Selling Real Estate? Try These Suggestions! If you’re unable to get top dollar for the home you’re selling, then it might be a waste of time and resources to even list it on the market. If you need the most value out of your home, make sure you check out the home-selling tips… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Shop Until You Drop: Real Estate Buying Tips
Shop Until You Drop: Real Estate Buying Tips There are many things that should be taken into consideration when buying a property of any kind. Making one wrong decision could really effect the outcome of your purchasing decision. This article was written to help you find the tips that will help you make the right… Read more »
15th Queerest City in America 2016: Berkeley, California
The Advocate has their annual ranking out of the queerest cities in the US. Clocking in at 15: Berkeley, California: By day, shop at one of three gay-heavy Whole Foods markets or join activists at UC Berkeley, and at night unwind at the gay-men-only Steamworks Baths (SteamworksBaths.com), all while relaxing in a state that offers… Read more »
City Council Approves LGBT-Affirming Senior Housing in North Park
The San Diego City Council voted 9-0 to approve a $7 million loan in order to start construction of an LGBT affirming senior apartment building in North Park. “I’m delighted to move approval,†said Third District Councilmember Todd Gloria, smiling. “It’s ground breaking.†Numerous councilmembers competed to second Gloria’s motion, and Council President Sherri Lightner… Read more »
Dallas Gayborhood Changes
Expect an empty field, at least two new restaurants and maybe a new bar in the Dallas gayborhood along Cedar Springs Road in 2016. Kroger may face some stiff competition when a new Central Market opens a few blocks away, but even though some of the land has been cleared, a timeline for the new… Read more »
David Krause, Gay Portland Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. I run a full-service home sales and marketing firm in Portland, Oregon that’s committed to your success. When you buy your next home, you’ll have many opportunities and challenges,… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Get All Your Home Buying Questions Answered
Get All Your Home Buying Questions Answered Buying real estate can be an intimidating venture. There are so many things to consider- what kind of real estate you need, what kind of payment plan to choose, what to do to make sure you get the best article. Read on for some easy tips on how… Read more »
16 Predictions for New York City’s Housing Market in 2016
The year 2015 was all about records: new heights for sales prices, rentals … and the number of applications to affordable housing lotteries. But the market began to shift late in the year: sales price growth cooled, and landlords offered more concessions amid rising vacancies for rentals. Both are trends some brokers predict will continue…. Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Home Mortgages 101: What You Need To Know
Home Mortgages 101: What You Need To Know Each day lots of people apply for a home mortgage only to find themselves getting turned down. Why is that the case? What did these people do that caused their application to get denied? If you are wondering what it takes to get approved for a home… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Trying To Sell Your Home? What You Need To Know
Trying To Sell Your Home? What You Need To Know With the wide array of information available to home sellers out there today, there is no excuse for having a property just sit around on the market. Use the tips provided in this article to help move your home and you can become successful in… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Tips To Help You Buy Real Estate
Tips To Help You Buy Real Estate Purchasing the piece of real estate that is right for you will always be filled with tough decisions and compromises. You may not always get what you want or it won’t be in your price range. Don’t let it all get you down. The tips in this article… Read more »
Evan Smith, Gay Ft. Lauderdale Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Evan has been licensed as a real estate agent in both Florida and Georgia since 2003, and has more than 15 years of real estate experience, as well as… Read more »
Seattle Region At A Crossroads As Home-Buying Power Shrinks
If you own a home in the Seattle area, consider yourself lucky. The area’s rapid population growth is outpacing new-home construction and helping to drive up home prices faster than gains in household income. The run-up threatens to make homes unaffordable to a typical household and challenges policymakers to come up with solutions. In King… Read more »
Cheryl Bower, Lesbian San Francisco Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Cheryl Bower is a San Francisco native, with seventeen years of experience in property investment and renovation. She specializes in the San Francisco real estate market, including residential sales… Read more »
Maui Real Estate Draws LGBT Visitors, Permanent Residents
Former San Francisco resident Dan Hutchins was the focus of attention for a standing-room-only crowd of more than a hundred who packed Maui’s Seascape Maalaea Restaurant earlier this month. The Maui AIDS Foundation organized the event for World AIDS Day, and Hutchins was the featured speaker. For the first time publicly, he told the compelling… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate – Benefit From These Buying Tips!
Real Estate – Benefit From These Buying Tips! Sioux Falls SD Real Estate advice: Buying a house is one of the most important and chaotic decisions in an adult’s life. There’s so much to consider when buying a house, many people don’t even know where to begin! If you’re one of these people, then look… Read more »
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Terry’s Blog: Get The Answers To Your Home Mortgage Questions
Get The Answers To Your Home Mortgage Questions Many people don’t know how mortgages work, so getting one can be a bit tricky. If you want to know what the process is like for getting a mortgage, this article is perfect for you. Read on to find out the information you need and to get… Read more »
San Francisco’s Millennials Can Afford Just 135 Square Feet For Housing
The typical San Francisco millennial can only afford to buy 135 square feet of housing, the lowest buying power in the country, according to personal finance company SmartAsset. Despite the city’s strong job growth and its reputation for well-paying tech jobs for young engineers, wages haven’t kept up with soaring property values. This year, San… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Follow These Tips To Successful Real Estate Purchases
Follow These Tips To Successful Real Estate Purchases It’s never an easy thing to venture into unfamiliar territory like the housing market and still come out ahead. A lot of homebuyers out there today, are getting pulled apart from every direction and burned on a variety of real estate deals. Make sure that you are… Read more »
New York City Housing Prices Set Record
Manhattan apartment prices reached new highs in 2015, with the typical price of a co-op or condominium topping $1 million for the first time as the year drew to a close. The new benchmark, in the fourth quarter, was a milestone in the rising cost, and for many the unaffordability, of homeownership in New York… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Get Your Home Mortgage Questions Answered Here
Get Your Home Mortgage Questions Answered Here A lot of people out there believe that they know enough about home mortgages to obtain a loan without seeking outside advice. Well, they’re usually the individuals who end up either being declined for every loan or end up having to pay mountains of interest. Before you go… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: The Best Way To Sell Your Home
The Best Way To Sell Your Home When you are selling a piece of real estate, being knowledgeable can make a big difference. There is a countless amount of information out there. However, most people simply don’t have the time to shuffle through it. This article has compiled a few of the most important, practical… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Buying Real Estate Is Easy When You Follow This Advice
Buying Real Estate Is Easy When You Follow This Advice In this article about real estate there are plenty of tips you can use to make better decisions when purchasing real estate. When reading this article make sure you understand all of the information presented and if you need to reread anything that might seem… Read more »
Kevin Stern, Gay Palm Springs Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. I have been in the Real Estate profession for over thirteen years. Before that, I was in the Travel Industry. I have been self employed since 1991, and moved… Read more »
Average Manhattan Apartment Now Costs Over $1 Million
The price of an average Manhattan apartment has passed the $1.9million mark after surging 60 per cent in the past 10 years. Remarkably, total real estate sales this year alone are expected to reach $24billion, and 190 apartments have sold for more than $10million each. The Manhattan market is traditionally composed of co-ops, in which… Read more »
Angela Buonaugurio, Lesbian Tucson Real Estate Agent
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. It’s a pleasure for me to introduce newcomers to the Old Pueblo! There are so many opportunities for full and rich experiences here. Allow me to use my expertise… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Sell Real Estate With These Easy Steps
Sell Real Estate With These Easy Steps Begin your journey in the real estate market the right way when you follow these tips. This site is designed to provide you with all the tips you are going to need to make your real estate sale move quickly and as smoothly as it possibly can. Get… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Buying Made Simple For You
Real Estate Buying Made Simple For You If you have been waiting to buy a home, now is the time. There are so many wonderful opportunities out there for anyone who has been thinking about getting into the housing market. This article will walk you through some steps that you can take to get a… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Everything You Need To Know About Home Mortgages
Everything You Need To Know About Home Mortgages Every American dreams to own the perfect home of his or her own. If you are searching for your first home but are unsure of the mortgage financing process, this is the perfect article for you. Use the information in the following paragraphs to learn the key… Read more »
Will the Coming Bump in Interest Rates Lower NY Co-op and Condo Values?
New York City real estate professionals are split on what effect the Federal Reserve’s expected raise in short-term interest rates will have on property values and real estate development. According to the latest survey by accounting firm Marks Paneth, 41 percent say an interest rate hike will cause co-op and condo values to decline, 34… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Buying Real Estate Will Be Easy If You Follow These Tips
Buying Real Estate Will Be Easy If You Follow These Tips If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you are not alone. There are so many great deals out there of which it is tempting to take advantage. While that is a good idea, there are a lot of things to consider. Take the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: You Can Apply For A Home Loan Even If You Have A Few Dings On Your Credit
You Can Apply For A Home Loan Even If You Have A Few Dings On Your Credit The housing market isn’t necessarily complicated, but with everyone and their brother trying to make money off of your investment, there are a lot of people who would rather you not know the first thing about buying real… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Selling Real Estate Is Easy When You Know These Tips
Selling Real Estate Is Easy When You Know These Tips It’s hard not to run into people claiming to know everything there is to know about how to sell real estate. It is hard to tell who has quality information, and who may be passing along myths. If you desire information that is high-quality and… Read more »
Real Estate Forecast for 2016
The real estate market is in a sleepy mode, and there are lots of reasons for this. This is the first of a two-part peek at the forecast for 2016, and in this first of the series, we’ll lay out the forces that are at play, setting the stage for what is to come. In… Read more »
Brennan Mohring: Featured Gay Real Estate Agent in Milford, Connecticut
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. I work harder and smarter with enthusiasm and humor to help you achieve your real estate goals. Milford’s a beautiful and vibrant city with great beaches, shopping, dining. Just… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Be Smart When You Follow These Tips On Purchasing A Home In The Real Estate Market
Be Smart When You Follow These Tips On Purchasing A Home In The Real Estate Market Purchasing the right piece of real estate can be an overwhelming task. There are numerous questions that you should ask and ideas you should keep in mind before putting your pen to paper. Reading as much as you can… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Home Mortgage Tips You Need To Know About
Home Mortgage Tips You Need To Know About When you pursue financing on a home mortgage, there is a lot of information you will need to have. It maybe hard to find good information as you do your searches. Fortunately you will find some of the best tips consolidated in the following article. Read on… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: How To Sell Your Home Without Stress
How To Sell Your Home Without Stress In terms of real estate selling, your success will usually match the amount of time and effort you place into it. Well-informed sellers are the sellers who make big profits. The following article will provide you with great suggestions to prepare you for your ambitions in selling real… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Before Buying A Home Read This Article
Before Buying A Home Read This Article After checking through so many different real estate catalogues and online listings to find a home, a lot of buyers become so antsy from the search that they leap and purchase the first thing they can afford. Find out a better way to go about purchasing your real… Read more »
Seattle Housing Shortage Worst in a Decade
King County is experiencing the worst shortage of homes for sale in more than a decade, driving prices higher and keeping more would-be buyers in apartments. The median price of single-family homes sold last month in King County was $499,950, a 13.6 percent increase over the past 12 months, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported… Read more »
Featured Lesbian Real Estate Agent: Joan Dunn, Sacramento, California
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. After moving to Sacramento in 2002, Joan made a name for herself in the Sacramento Real Estate Market as one of the area’s most successful real estate agents. Her… Read more »
Downtown Phoenix Housing Boom Finally Underway
Downtown Phoenixs long-awaiting housing boom is finally here. More than 20 apartment and condominium developments are going up across the city’s core. The urban projects range from penthouse condos at Portland on the Park next to Margaret T. Hance Park to 500-square-foot micro apartments near Roosevelt Row. The old Quality Inn next to the Phoenix… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: How To Price Your Home Wisely For The Real Estate Market
How To Price Your Home Wisely For The Real Estate Market Two absolute basics for selling real estate in today’s market are to have a realistic point of view about sales prices in the areas in which you are selling and to have a firm understanding of where your own bottom line lies. Your own… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: You Must Read If You Are Looking Into Purchasing Real Estate
You Must Read If You Are Looking Into Purchasing Real Estate Buying a new house or property is one of the biggest investments you will make and should be taken seriously. And these days, saving money and finding a good deal is more important than ever. This article has several tips that can help you… Read more »
RealtyTrac: 35% of Markets Back to Peak Prices
RealtyTrac has released its October 2015 U.S. Home Sales Report, which shows that among 94 major metro areas analyzed for the report, 33 markets (35%) have now reached new all-time home price peaks in 2015. The report also shows that the median sales price of U.S. single family homes and condos in October was $207,500,… Read more »
Featured Gay Real Estate Agent: Ted Wight, St. Louis, Missouri
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Ted Wight is consistently ranked in the Top 10 for St. Louis Realtors. Ted grew up in St. Louis and loves all of the city’s unique neighborhoods. Having sold… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Have Questions About Home Mortgages? Get Answers Here
Have Questions About Home Mortgages? Get Answers Here When you are buying a new home, it is an exciting time. There is so much to be excited about, but dealing with your home mortgage can be difficult. Finding the best rates and terms is important, as well as paying your mortgage off in a timely… Read more »
We Want More Walkable Neighborhoods – but Can Our Communities Deliver?
“The most requested neighborhood characteristic of all buyers is walkability,” real estate broker Andrea Evers recently told a reporter for The Washington Post. But, in an article written by the Post’s Michele Lerner, Evers went on to say that “very few areas” in the greater DC market meet the desired criterion, particularly if the prospective… Read more »
Featured Lesbian Real Estate Agent: Barbara del Amo, San Antonio, Texas
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. San Antonio Board of Real Estate Agents 2011 real estate agent of the Year, Barbara del Amo, was chosen out of 7000+ real estate agentS top receive this award…. Read more »
Chinese Cash Floods US Real Estate Market
Canyon Lake Ranch was once a playground for Christian day campers, and then was a corporate retreat with water-skiing, barbecues and cowboy shoot-em-up shows. Hawks now circle above 108 sunbaked acres occupied by copperhead snakes, a few coyotes and the occasional construction truck. Soon this ranch will be a gated subdivision of 99 mini-mansions designed… Read more »
Chicago Home Prices May Actually Be Declining
For some time now Chicago has been bouncing around near the bottom of the 20 metro areas tracked by Case Shiller in terms of year over year single family home price gains. With this morning’s release of the September Case Shiller home price index we ended up dead last with only a 1.1% gain. The… Read more »
Featured Gay Real Estate Agent: Adam Bazzell, Destin, Florida
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. As a professional Destin Realtor(R) it’s my duty to help buyers and sellers alike navigate the overall purchase or selling process, protecting my customers from risk through my personal… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Selling Tips That Are Easy To Understand
Real Estate Selling Tips That Are Easy To Understand Successfully selling your home involves doing everything that you can to grab the attention of the buyer and keep it focused on your property. Buyers often look at several homes each day, and your residence has to stand out if you want to attract a number… Read more »
Some NYC Supertalls May Not Survive A Market Slowdown
New York City’s top developers are becoming all too aware of a slowdown on the top end of the real estate market. Though there are no forecasts projecting an imminent crash, some high-profile builders say they’re seeing the velocity of sales in high-end buildings start to wane amid increased competition in the luxury segment of… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Advice For Anyone Buying A New Home
Advice For Anyone Buying A New Home Learning about buying real estate can be very overwhelming, but just like anything else, it can also be very easily researched. Now that you have found this list of tips, hopefully, you can come out a little more informed when it comes to buying real estate, so that… Read more »
Downtown Seattle Condo Prices Hit New High in October
The Mark Company’s Condominium Pricing Index for October is out and Downtown Seattle condo prices were up 5 percent in October, reaching a new high of $814 per square foot. That surpasses the previous peak of $808 per square foot in March and is now 11 percent higher than October 2014. New construction inventory also… Read more »
Featured Gay Real Estate Agent: Jack Mondin, San Antonio
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Jack is a proven business professional more than forty years of experience in customer service, negotiating fair market property values in a timely manner and making the transaction totally… Read more »
The Housing Crisis: The Civil Rights Issue of Our Time
West Hollywood is one of the best-known small cities in America. It’s known for a diverse array of reasons — its rock n’ roll history on the Sunset Strip, its Russian population, and, of course, as a gay mecca. Since the city’s incorporation in 1984, West Hollywood (or “WeHo” as it is affectionately called) has… Read more »