Real Estate News - Page 32

Home improvements are highly personal, but homeowners should consider whether the upgrades will command a higher price from future buyers.

Television is often unrealistic, especially when it comes to the homes the characters live in. How much would it cost to live in these fictional residences?

Today's mortgage programs make it possible for college students to buy a home. Still, most of them choose to enjoy the freedom of renting.

In Q4 2015, the Home Opportunity Index rose to 63.3%. However, this is only because mortgage rates remained low -- and buyers are glad that they did.

The old real estate adage -- "Location, location, location" -- may not be the most important piece of advice today's home buyers need to hear.

When buyers and sellers look for common negotiating grounds, it's common for the buyer to request home improvements to be made prior to the sale. The request may be phrased in any number of ways: "The hardwood floors are warped and we think the seller should pay for it." "There...