Author: Richard

Buying Houses the Old Way is Like Trying to Stream Netflix on Dial Up

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Stop Chasing Deals, Start Attracting Them: How Data Intelligence is Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing. If you’re a real estate investor, you know the feeling. The endless scrolling through Zillow and the MLS, seeing the same overpriced listings everyone else sees. The frustrating hours spent driving for dollars, hoping to spot a diamond in the rough. … Continued

📉 Home Equity as a Safety Net: Why Current Owners Are Hesitating to Sell — and What It Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Agents

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🏠 Introduction: The Equity Paradox In 2025, American homeowners are sitting on a goldmine of equity. Years of rising home values, combined with historically low mortgage rates locked in before 2022, have created a financial cushion that should, in theory, empower mobility, investment, and lifestyle upgrades. But instead of selling, many are staying put. This … Continued

🧠 The Inflation-Proof Investor: Real Estate Niches That Thrive in Uncertain Times

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Why Inflation-Proof Real Estate Matters Now In today’s economy, inflation isn’t just a headline—it’s a daily reality. Rising interest rates, volatile markets, and shrinking purchasing power have reshaped how investors think about wealth preservation. But while some assets wobble, real estate remains a cornerstone of stability—if you know where to look. This post dives deep … Continued

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

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🍂 The Power of Gathering We live in a world that often pulls us apart. Schedules. Screens. Stress. Distance. But Thanksgiving pulls us together. It invites us to sit. To share. To listen. To remember. It’s not about the turkey (though let’s be honest, it helps). It’s about the people around the table. The stories … Continued

We Screwed Up!

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Now it’s your turn. Yes, we learned a lesson in life because we didn’t follow our own advice. We apologize for that, but we leave it now to you to make the same mistake we did. And, that one cost us about $25,000. How much are you going to realize? The following story happened in … Continued

🏠 Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Your Dream Home: How Global Economics Shape Local Real Estate Choices

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Introduction: Why Tariffs Belong in Real Estate Conversation When people think about buying a home, they usually focus on interest rates, inventory, and neighborhood vibes. But there’s a hidden force shaping those decisions: tariffs. Tariffs—those taxes on imported goods—might seem like a distant political issue. But they have real, tangible effects on the cost of … Continued

It’s Finally Done!

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As you can see, I haven’t been posting too much lately. This is because we were finishing a condo unit that is now for sale. We had some setbacks during the construction of this one. This is a desirable end unit, which has 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. Also has a new screen porch on … Continued

Why We’re Pressing Pause (Just for a Bit): A Note to Our Readers

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UPDATE! We have changed our schedule to begin publishing new material and posts for November. If you’ve been following our blog for a while, you know we’re passionate about delivering thoughtful, story-driven content that helps homeowners, agents, and curious readers navigate the emotional and practical sides of real estate. Whether it’s unpacking the psychology of … Continued