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The State of The Market: Q3 2018

The State of The Market: Q3 2018

We’re just past the 10-year anniversary of Lehman’s 2008 collapse and into the 9th year of U.S. economic recovery which trumpets at least three robust measures: a 3.7% unemployment rate that’s the lowest in nearly 70 years, a 20% rise in GDP, and a bull stock market that’s up more than 50% from 2007 even after the last two-day downward slide.... The current housing slowdown which began in NYC at the upper end of the market is now palpable in every market category... Since 2009, there's never been a better time to purchase a home, despite spiking interest rates and tax reform concerns.

For Sale By Owner, Yea Or Nay?

For Sale By Owner, Yea Or Nay?

So, you’re thinking of putting out a For Sale By Owner sign. It’s understandable you want to save money and skip the brokerage fees. But are you doing yourself a disservice?

Home Ownership Tax Incentives Are Being Challenged

Home Ownership Tax Incentives Are Being Challenged

A heated bipartisan debate began earlier this month in the House and Senate over proposed changes to the Federal tax code. While it’s too soon to predict exactly how a revised structure will play out, tax incentives for homeownership are in jeopardy. How will reducing and maybe even eliminating tax benefits for owning a home affect our housing market?