The numbers are in, and Los Angeles home prices are bouncing back. According to the Los Angeles MLS database (MRMLS), single family residence home data shows that median prices in December 2009 have risen past December 2008 by 3%. It appears the market is stirring to life again, with excitement in the air for 2010.Data released for the month of December showed the Los Angeles County housing market gaining strength in this traditionally slow...more
The art of finding a good piece of real estate is often learned through years of experience. People looking at a piece of land may be nonplussed as to how it is valued and priced. Not so a real estate agent- he may be the first to give an estimate of the value of the land, building or flat at the present time, considering the going rates of the surroundings among other things. You would also be able to get an estimate of its potential worth in...more
People looking to sell a house have a reason to cheer about statistics that were released regarding November real estate sales. An annualized rate of 6.54 million units was sold in November. This is an increase of 7.4% from October numbers. Even bigger, it is an increase of 45.4% from the number of units sold a year ago.This number was a surprise to the experts. The forecast had been for November to have an annualized rate of 6.25 million units sold. The actual results surpassed that figure by over a quarter of a million units.Home buyers snatched up these units because of many factors. Likely, the biggest factor is the home buying credit offered by the federal government. First time home buyers qualify for up to an $8,000 tax credit. In addition, the program has been expanded to include people who already own a home. These repeat buyers can now qualify for up to a $6,500 tax credit when they purchase a new home.Even though both first time buyers and repeat buyers are to credit for the growth of home sales, first time buyers deserve more of the credit. Normally, first time home buyers account for 40% of home purchases. However, in November they were responsible for 51% of home...more
Why are all Arbour Realty Agents Eco-Brokers, and what is the advantage to the buyer and seller? This a question I am frequently asked. For a process that has so many factors to digest, simply answered, it is important to not only consider the financial and aesthetic aspects of buying and selling a home, but now we must also consider the...more
Arlington Virginia Small Businesses Are you thinking about starting a small business in Arlington, Virginia? It makes more sense to start a business in Arlington than in DC; interestingly enough, you can still get all of the benefits of the commuters from DC at a business in Arlington! With the perks of New Urbanism and an incredible amount of...more
The population of this cosmopolitan city has been on an increase since 2006 bringing in a sudden surge in the demand of Calgary Real Estate.Those who are looking for investment in Calgary real estate have a host of options to choose from. Calgary homes are finest in terms of design, architecture and style making them one of the hot properties of the world. If you have a desire to make an investment in Calgary homes, you have an option of making your selection from several condos, flats, apartments, duplex homes and other bungalows which are ready for sale. If you believe the experienced Calgary real estate agents, you will be acquainted with the rise and sudden increase in the sales and purchase of real estate properties of the region.The prices of Calgary homes and Calgary homes for sale are dependant on the location of these homes and their accessibility. The most beautiful Calgary homes for sale can be found in Calgary Hawkwood and also Elbow Park. If you check the Calgary listings you will find that some of best homes are found in Glendale, Parkdale, Rosedale and Mount Pleasant. If you are really interested in making exciting property deals in the region, you can take help...more
Arlington is home to many small businesses and local vendors but the most prevalent and enduring group of local vendors is the Arlington Famers Market at Courthouse. For over thirty years, the Arlington Courthouse farmers market has brought together...more
How Eco-Friendly Are Condos in Arlington VA?Arlington Virginia is one of the first counties in the country to develop its own certification of eco-friendly home building, called Arlington Green Home Choice. The program defines a green home as being...more
There is an upward trend in Gurgaon properties now and there is some apprehension among investors, property dealers, property owners and all others concerned that the market will slacken soon. In fact this widespread apprehension is not well founded...more
Setting a design precedent for all Jersey City residential buildings, Crystal Point condo embodies all that is luxury and exclusive. The glittering glass panes of the 42-story tower can be seen from across the Hudson River in lower Manhattan; with...more
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Show kicks of on January 19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The building tradeshow is the largest of its kind in the country, and provides companies an opportunity to showcase their goods.One...more
Starting in January 2010, the first residents of the luxurious condominium building, Crystal Point will begin to move into their new homes. Boasting an optimal location overlooking the Hudson River in downtown Jersey City, Crystal Point has earned an...more