Clark Smith

Not so long ago credit reporting was the black hole of lending. Most people knew they had a credit report but had no idea what it might contain.

Like other important life decisions, choices abound: Should you rent an apartment or buy a home? And if you buy, what kind of property should it be? A condo in a high-rise building, or a single-family home in the ‘burbs?

Younger Boomers, ages 53 to 61, are now approaching their retirement years. They are also “the caretaker” generation, and tend to be the biggest buyers of multi-generational homes, so they can accommodate aging parents or young people who are moving back home. Older Boomers are the next oldest segment, aged 62 to 71.

Welcome to your newly updated home, circa June 2018. Rich textures, creature comfort, and a feeling for natural materials, especially indoor plants, are among the current themes in home decor.

Homeowners commonly have two different goals in home improvements: The first, of course, is to make your home comfortable and attractive in the way you like it. The second goal, which sometimes contradicts the first, is to add market value to the house with an eye toward resale.

Most homebuyers are happy to find a suitable place to live, given the high demand and low supply in today’s market.

“Southern Markets such as Tulsa, Little Rock, Dallas and Charlotte will show the most sales growth in the coming year!’–Washington Post TOP STORY: What Realtors „ Do For Buyers and Sellers People who hire Realtors and pay their sales commissions may rightly ask what these highly trained men and women do to earn their living. … Read more

“The American labor market is stronger than it’s been in decade! and Americans, particularly young Americans/are increasingly feeling – Confident enough to buy homes”- economist Aaron Terrazas TOP STORY: Forecast 2018: Market to Cool Only Slightly The resilience of the current housing market is an object of marvel. Single family housing has continued to grow … Read more