Category Archives: Home Buyers

Downsizing and Investment Strategies for Retirement

By: Frances Black

Two retirees who are choosing to downsize in retirement.

Downsizing from your current home can make a lot of sense for retirees — or even older people still in the workforce. Most real estate accrues over the long run — the Great Recession notwithstanding. Provided you can find a reasonably priced replacement property and a good mortgage rate, residential sales can unlock capital that in later years can help fend off that most morbid of retirement bugaboos: longevity risk.

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Realty Executives Phoenix Partners with Bubble

Realty Executives Phoenix Streamlines Insurance Shopping & Purchase with Bubble’s Turnkey Data/AI-Guided Insurtech Platform

Realty Executives Phoenix is excited to collaborate with Bubble Insurance to simplify the process of securing the right-fit home, auto, and life insurance for its customers. Through Bubble’s advanced, AI-driven guidance systems, prospective homeowners can easily shop, customize, and purchase right-fit coverage in a seamless, data-driven process from top-rated insurance companies, all at the most competitive rates.

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Building Your Business Does Not Need to Be a Bore: Get Capital by Taking the Anti-Hero Approach to Investments (Without Going to Jail)

A handshake signaling the funding of a property investment.

If you’re ready to build up your property portfolio, fund renovations or improvements in your rentals, or get your real estate business off the ground, you need the capital to do so.

But what do you do if traditional lenders, loans, or mortgages are not for you? You adopt the anti-hero approach instead.

In this article, we are going to cover different ways you can build your business using capital you acquire in legal but less-than-traditional ways.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Investing in Real Estate

A man holding the city in his palm, symbolic of investing in real estate.

Investing in real estate has long been considered a profitable opportunity for individuals looking to diversify their investment portfolio and build long-term wealth.

While the world of real estate investing may seem complex and inaccessible to some, there are simple and practical ways for beginners to get started in this exciting market.

By understanding key strategies, doing thorough research, and leveraging available resources, you can embark on a journey to invest in real estate and unlock the potential for financial growth.

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Smart Homes and Flood Monitoring: Enhancing Safety and Real Estate Value

A couple reviewing the remote-control for their smart home technology.

As a current or future homeowner, protecting your property from potential flood threats is essential for your peace of mind and financial stability. Early detection and planning are the secrets to ensuring that your home is secure from water damage.

Flood monitoring plays a vital role in getting and acting on this initial warning and embracing smart technology for this endeavor can be a significant game-changer.

This article will explore the benefits of using advanced technology in flood monitoring. It will also provide ways how you can incorporate this innovation into your home to enhance safety and explain how the integration of a smart flood monitoring system can increase your property’s real estate value.

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Settle Into Your New, Post-Retirement Home with These Tips

A couple unpacking in their new, post-retirement home.

Moving into a new house can be exciting, but it can also be an intimidating adventure, especially for seniors who have just retired. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed by the idea of starting fresh, but don’t let that stop you from embracing this new change and making your new home feel like your own. In this article, Realty Executives shares some tips on how to quickly settle into a new house and make it feel like home after a post-retirement move.

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Traits to Look for When Choosing a Real Estate Agent

A real estate agent standing with her clients.

If you are searching for a new home or looking to list a property, it is important to have a real estate agent by your side. However, a real estate agent needs to exhibit several traits before he or she earns your business. While almost all agents are passionate about their jobs and will do anything to help their clients, it is important to find the right fit. This blog will help you select a realtor by listing several traits you should look for when choosing a real estate agent.

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Experts Share Their #1 Tips on Real Estate Investing

Small houses on top of stacked coins symbolizing the profitability of real estate investment.

Real estate is a popular and satisfying investment method if you do not like the stock exchange risk. However, the ever-changing real estate market can seem daunting if you do not have any experience. By understanding the basics, you can make a significant return on your investment.

Property owners can increase rental rates or sell the property for a profit by making minor improvements to land and buildings. With the correct information and preparation, investing in real estate can increase your monthly income and secure your financial future.

In this article, the experts share their top tips for success when beginning your real estate investment journey.

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Essential Rental Property Tips for Real Estate Investors

A person looking online for rental opportunities.

Purchasing a rental property is no small feat, and even the most seasoned real estate investors can find it challenging. There are so many factors to consider – from investment strategies and evaluating potential landlords to assessing market conditions and legal implications – that it can be hard to know where to begin. This article will provide you with valuable tips and advice to help you pick the right rental property to suit your needs.

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A Dog Owner’s Guide to House Hunting

A family with their dog thinking about their future house hunt.

Searching for the perfect home can be a stressful process. So many things need to align for it to be successful- it needs to be the right time, you need to be in a good financial situation, and then there are all the home showings to schedule! But what happens when you add one more thing to the mix, specifically a dog? Looking for a home just for people is one thing but looking for a home suitable for pets is different. Dogs have their own needs, and you must ensure your new home can fulfill them.

If you are a first-time home buyer and don’t have any prior experience with this, it can be a little confusing. So, we created a short dog owner’s guide to house hunting to give you a better idea of what to do.

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