Real Estate
FHA Announces New Changes
FHA, today, proposed significant changes to its program in order to reduce its risk, which will increase costs for borrowers.
Condo development updates
200 West Highland has begun closing, Marselle is hitting its sales stride and Ruby is looking to close out strong.
Leona’s down to the last unit
Leona Condominium is down to its last unit, a 3-story 2-bedroom brownstone townhome.
Seattle Condo 2009 Appreciation Rates
In 2009 the annualized Seattle condo median price fell 10% from the prior year. While prices declined throughout the city, several neighborhoods realized strong growth in condo values.
December 2009 Condo Martket Update
December sales volume reflected marked improvement over the prior year, though condo values continued to slide.
Would you buy a parkingless condo?
A Toronto developer plans to build a 42-story condominium tower without parking spaces.
Latest pricing changes and incentives
Brix releases more homes and is hosting a happy hour buyers event on November 20th, Ruby lowers prices again and Canal Station is offering a $9,000 buyer bonus through the end of the year.
Condo Bulk Buy sells two-thirds of initial release
Realogics announced their bulk sales program has generated 20 home sales out of a 30-unit release at two participating developments – The Decatur and Eleven Eleven East Pike.
Home Buyers Tax Credit: Extended, Expanded
The $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit has been extend through April 30, 2010; a $6,500 credit is now available to existing home buyers who “move-up”.
Weekly wrap-up
Heron / Pagoda Towers fate is sealed, Ashworth Cottages is nearly sold out, European Towers resurfaces and Marselle sales are going well.
