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The top five risks Americans consider when buying a home

As with any major investment, there is much to worry about when it comes to purchasing a home. For many potential buyers, the road to ownership is often blocked by personal hazards such as growing student loan debt, limited

See which interior design style is preferred by Florida residents

Dust off that gaudy chandelier and break out the lace: Victorian interiors are back in style at last, at least for some Americans. Though it may be surprising, a recent report from custom furniture brand Joybird reveals that Victorian-era designs are

On the move: Why Miami renters are relocating in droves

Despite settling in Miami, a recent Apartment List report suggests that many of the city’s renters aren’t so settled after all. The survey – which consists of nearly 24,000 metropolitan renters nationwide – reveals that 76 percent of residents currently renting

More Americans are shying away from homeownership, survey finds

Though the housing market may appear constantly abuzz with new buyers and sellers, an Experian survey has found that fewer and fewer Americans are interested in owning a home. In fact, 27 percent stated that they were not planning on purchasing

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Chinese investors set sights on Miami

A recent report from Investorist shows that Chinese outbound property investment is a big force in U.S. real estate. These investors are driven by a desire to diversify their wealth, protect generational wealth by investing outside of China and

Report: Miami ranks in top-three best cities for retirees

Miami is the third-best city in the country for retirees, according to a new report from WalletHub. In fact, the top three cities are all in Florida, with Orlando at the top and Tampa in the No. 2 spot. The

New survey shows shift in home types, finishes

As the housing market continues its rebound, trends among builders and buyers are evolving. A key finding from the recent 2017 Builder Practices Survey from Home Innovation shows that the market is seeing a move toward central price points. The survey shows

Fashion houses dip into Miami residential market

Miami’s reputation as a hot fashion city has been growing in recent years, with a number of well-known designers calling it home as well as the 2016 launch of the Miami Fashion Institute at Miami Dade College. But outside of the

Man’s best roommate? Survey shows dogs influence housing choices

Feeding, cleaning up after, visiting doctors, taking trips to the playground. Yes, dog ownership is much like caring for a child, but it’s still often shrugged off as less of a commitment than parenting a human — some even

Growing domestic interest in Miami luxury real estate: a Q&A with Million Dollar Listing Miami’s Chad Carroll

Miami is one of the hottest international real estate markets in the U.S., with a reputation for attracting buyers from a number of countries including Colombia, Venezuela and the United Kingdom. However, domestic interest is also growing in the city, specifically

Home renting is at a 50-year high, report finds

Due to lingering effects of the 2008 housing crisis, renting has become a widely popular option for those hoping to combine an independent lifestyle with affordability. In fact, more Americans are actually renting a home than at any point

Down payment misconceptions may deter first-time homebuyers

Over the last decade, homeownership rates in the U.S. have fallen drastically, with an average of 63.4 percent in 2016 compared to 69 percent in 2004. The 2008 financial crisis has been largely blamed for the swift decline, but

Miami area packs list of most-expensive Florida ZIP codes for renters

Recent data from Yardi Matrix shows that the Miami area is the most expensive in Florida for renters, with 19 of the top 50 ZIP codes falling in Miami-Dade County. The most expensive is in Coral Gables, where the

Not just millennials: Baby boomers want walkable neighborhoods too, study says

Millennials are known for their desire to live in cities with busy nightlife and easy access to outdoor activities. But this need doesn’t only apply to Generation Y — it turns out baby boomers want walkability in their neighborhoods as

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Here’s how long it takes Miami homeowners to break even on their purchase

Now more than ever, residents of large American cities face a conundrum when deciding whether to rent or buy. Renting is increasingly popular in major markets as housing prices in these desirable areas keep creeping up. Now, Zillow has

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Why Don’t Americans Move Anymore? Here Are 3 Theories

Americans are moving less often than ever before, and this new trend in decreasing mobility is having a major effect on the real estate industry. About 11 percent of Americans moved between 2015 and 2016, a decrease of 6

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