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How COVID-19 Has Changed 2020 Market Predictions

In early February, Homes.com highlighted six cities which we believed stood a strong chance of becoming top-tier markets. Then, the pandemic hit. So, how are four of the six markets faring? Let’s take a look.

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City Spotlight: Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte, North Carolina is a regular on “Best Places” lists each year, and its housing market is typically one of the strongest in the country. But during the COVID-19 outbreak, how is the Charlotte housing market faring, and what does it mean for prospective buyers?

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2020 Prediction: Top Performing Real Estate Markets for the Year

Analyzing the current conditions of local markets can help you anticipate price changes shortly. In no particular order, here’s a list of seven “Cinderella” markets– metros that stand a good chance of joining the top markets by the end year.

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Four Signs that a Buyers’ Market is Coming

Although markets are constantly changing due to the effects from mortgage rates, inventory, or even the seasonality in which you buy or sell, these are four signs you should look out for if you’re looking to buy.

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Market Update: The Best Time to Own a Home in Austin, TX

Things are booming for sellers in Austin, Texas. Home values have risen steadily for the past seven years, and The Homebuying Institute is calling it a ‘perfect storm’. Is this the best time to own a home in the booming city of Austin?

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Market Update: What the heck is going on in Chicago?

Chicago has one of the world’s largest and most diversified economies, with more than four million employees and an annual gross regional product (GRP) of over $609 billion. The city is home to more than 400 major corporate headquarters… So how could its housing market be so crazy?

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Market Update: Why Baltimore is a Great Place to Buy a Home

When looking at the nation’s 100 largest housing markets, it’s important to look at the value of each market. Undervalued…

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LGBTQ Community Account for One of Every 20 Home Sales

Four years ago, the National Association of Realtors® began collecting data in order to provide their first-ever profile of lesbian,…

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Market update: Is Denver Approaching a Tipping Point?

As another beautiful summer begins, Denver, Colorado’s single-family real estate market resembles a pot simmering on the stove. New listings…

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The Best Places Around the Country to Buy a Home in the Summer of 2019

If you’re planning on buying a home this summer, some U.S. cities are more promising than others. Here are the top five places around the country to buy a home.

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Local Market Update: San Francisco Bay Area Reaches a Tipping Point

What happens when too much of a good thing becomes something bad? If you are a buyer or a seller…

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Softening Demand Is Slowing Santa Clarita Sales

The Santa Clarita Valley is in the process of slowly moving from a seller’s market to a buyer’s. Unaffordability has…

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Why Buying a Condo in Virginia Beach Might Be More Affordable than Renting

The rent market in Virginia Beach, VA is exploding, but it might make better sense to buy a condo instead. Find out why here, from the Virginia-based experts at Homes.com.

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These Cities Boast the Best Community Colleges in The Country

Find out which cities are home to the best community colleges in the country. If you are looking to move to one, use Homes.com to find your perfect home (and school!).

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Has Tech Money Made San Francisco Unaffordable for the Rest of Us?

San Francisco, CA has one of the hottest housing markets in the country, but can the average person afford to live there anymore? Find out, from Homes.com.

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The Safest Cities in the US of 2019

As we get further into the new year, we wanted to update an article that we did here at Homes.com in…

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What the New Amazon HQ Means for Arlington, Virginia Housing Market

Amazon’s new headquarters in Arlington, Virginia spells big changes for the local economy and housing market. Here’s what to expect.

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The Top Booming Real Estate Markets of 2018

Housing markets across America have been trying to recover in the past decade since the housing crash of 2008. Here are the top booming real estate markets of 2018.

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10 Hottest Real Estate Markets From 2018: Is It Too Late to Make a Move?

Several real estate markets flared up in 2018, but is it too late to move to them now? Find out which ten markets were the hottest of the year here.

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Why Santa Barbara is Making Waves as an Idyllic Real Estate Destination

Santa Barbara has long been considered a jewel in California’s real estate crown. But it is making bigger waves than ever.

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The Best Cities for Real Estate Agents

The home buying a selling process often requires the assistance of a trusted professional. Markets across the country have an influx of agents that can help. Here are the best cities for real estate agents, many of which have lots of thankful buyers and sellers!

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5 Growing East Coast Home Markets You Should Research

Thinking about moving to the east coast? Here are five of the fastest-growing home markets and cities on the east coast that you should research.

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