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Having accurate and actionable knowledge in today's market is invaluable. With a limited number of homes for sale today and so many buyers looking to make a purchase before mortgage rates rise further, bidding wars are common. According to the latest report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), nationwide, homes are getting an average of 4.8 offers per sale. Which means good decision making is a must! Listen close as we cover some of the basics to keep in and help keep assets in your pocket where they belong...,https://imodernluxury.com/retirees-sell-your-home-without-a-hassle --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

History from the 1940's can help with answering this question..., back then less than half of the country owned their own home. However, after 1945, many benefits afforded the ability to purchase a home. Since then, the percentage of homeowners throughout the country has increased to the current rate of 65.5%. That strong desire for home-ownership has kept home values appreciating ever since. The graphs mentioned in this broadcast can be seen in the associated blog post at: https://imodernluxury.com/no-we-are-not-headed-for-a-market-crash/ We will share the answers and insights today right here in general for your consumption. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

The pandemic created a tremendous interest in vacation homes across the country. Throughout the last year, maybe you like many purchased asecond home as a safe getaway from the challenges of the health crisis. With so many professionals working from home and many students taking classes remotely, it made sense to see a migration away from cities and into counties with more vacation destinations. WHAT CAN YOU DO IF YOU ARE RETURNING TO WORK? I will talk about the options you may have that can make you extremely happy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

Welcome to the Monthly Market Report, I am looking forward to spending the next few minutes with you to talk all about what's happening in the Las Vegas, U.S. and residential real estate market so that you can be in the know and equipped to deal with it effectively. * What's driving the market and what should we expect with rising prices? *How should offers be handled to have the best chance to win? *Where is the market going and how should I respond? You will find the answers to these and other questions you may have in this show. Also hear first hand the acknowledgement "The IModern Experience Podcast" has received from Industry leading Analysts. Enjoy!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

With mortgage rates on the rise, here are the strategies I believe to be most important for home buyers and homeowners in the coming months. The number one admonishment is to you as a "Buyer" It's time to up your offers. There's no way around it — today's housing market is intensely competitive due to the inventory levels and the cheap money in the market. So sitting on the fence trying to outguess the future is a loosing proposition so don't listen to the hype! Let's get inside and really talk about what's happening in the market in 3 key areas..., and bring this short "Rate Series" to an end with clear market understanding and direction on how to navigate these waters. I'll see you inside.. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

April 2021 could prove to be a pivotal point in the interest rate conversations. We know for a fact that rates are increaseing due to the low inventory and also economic awakening. Already, they have left the 2% arena in most areas of the country and are now settling into the 3% range very comfortably. How have vaccinations, vacations companies, unemployment and other factors played a key part. The biggest question..., how will they affect your buying power and how fast will it happen? Is there anything that can be done? Come inside and spend about 10-minutes with me while I spill the beans on what I know. Bring your coffee or Tea It's okay!5 That last part of the Series will post tommorow at 6am, I'll meet your there bright and early --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

April could possibly be a pivital point for the increase in Mortgage Rates. We have seen new rates leave the 2% realm and creep up into the 3s. Lenders are reporting a significant volitility in the daily changes and there is now a projected bench mark set for July 2021. What could be driving the changes we are seeing? For one more persons are opting to get vaccinated, and nice spring weather is enticing us to get outside more after being inside through the winter, it adds up to the economy is just beginning to heat up. The faster the economy accelerates may boost the increase in mortgage rates. If you want to capture this years record low rates now may be one of the last chances you'll have..., Listen close as we discuss why this may be true. This is the first in a series of talks concerning the rise in interest rates and how they can impact you and you can take advantage of them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

SO WHAT IS LEVERAGE IN REAL ESTATE? Leverage in real estate is using borrowed money to purchase a property. For Example: In personal finance, you would use borrowed capital for (an investment), expecting the profits made to be greater than the interest payable. We will talk about this in detail and I will share a couple of real life scenarios to make things a bit more clear . Using leverage can be a great reason to buy a new property, luxury or otherwise and a way to grow your real estate portfolio and increase your profits. But you need to know why and how to use it to your advantage while avoiding the heavy risks that are sometimes involved. So listen to this entire cast for all the detials. Enjoy the listen while you sip the coffee! Thanks for joining me.., --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

As you already know Leverage is ONLY one of several strategies for investing in real estate. Either as a buyer of a primary property or investing for the first time, knowing how to use it and knowing how it can work for you or against you, is necessary to get the highest rate of return from the money you invest. In Part1 we discussesd the positive aspects of using leverage to maximize your Cash-on-Cash-Returns and why they are exponentially greater with leverage. Today we discuss the oposite end of the spectrum, the cons to leverage.Vital to consistent financial growth is avoiding time and money consuming pitfalls and the misuse of "Leverage" can cause set-backs that take years to fix. So please listen to this entire series as a reminder if you are savvy and as a protective vest if you are new. Take care and enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

Well Bottom Line: "Selling And Tapping" your equity could make you feel happier and more financially secure. If you're wondering whether to sell your home this year in 2021 — especially with the seasonally hot spring market approaching — I'm here to encourage it. For severeal measurable reasons you can do very well selling your home and knowing who is willing and able to buy it. And knowing who is in the market buying currently is another excellent reason to sell with confidence. Amidst the homebuying frenzy of 2020, and now 2021 people I come in contact with have the same question..., as well as friends and family, is it “smart” to sell my home this year in 2021? As they watch neighboring houses sell fast and fetch above-asking prices it seems obvious, but I do understand no one wants to make a mistake. So listen closely to this episode as I breakdown who's doing what in the market by generational comparisons and let the stasts help you with your decision. Let's go! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

Within the next five years, Baby Boomers are projected to have the largest household growth of any other generation during that same time period, according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard. Throughout our lives, there are often responsibilities that dictate where we live. Whether being in the best school district for our children, being close to our jobs, or some other factor is preventing a move, the study found that there is a substantial shift that takes place at age 61. The study refers to this change as “Crossing the Freedom Threshold”. When where you live is no longer determined by responsibilities, but rather a freedom to live wherever you like. Enjoy the research and leave a comment if it touches a trigger point. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is a general term used to describe the consolidation of companies or assets through various types of financial transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, consolidations, tender offers, purchase of assets, and management acquisitions. We will discuss how liquidating for redistribution of assets into Real Estate holdings can be used quite the same for leverage and recovery over time. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

With a worldwide health crisis that drove a pause in the economy this year, the housing market was greatly impacted. Many have been eagerly awaiting some bright signs of a recovery. Based on the latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), June hit a much-anticipated record-setting rebound to ignite that spark. Let's talk about the Facts! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

This is not a new topic, but still it generates the questions every time someone feels they are in the "No Sell" vortex. That's okay selling can be a stressful time for the whole family so let's pick this apart piece by piece to make some since of what could be happening. There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times like the one we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert help guide you through the process. LET'S GO!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

I had to satisfy answers to these questions from countless clients concerned about the home equity and the overall state of the economy. I thought it funny how the questions are asked and found delight in sharing, I hope this segment will be of real use to you going forward. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

“Throughout our history, older people have achieved much for our families, our communities.. That remains true today and gives us ample reason…to reserve a special day in honor of the senior citizens who mean so much.” Did you know August 21st is National Senior Citizens Day? We're going to look at some senior-related data in the housing industry. Opportunity in the Luxury Market This Year? Homes priced in the top 25% of a price range for a particular area of the country are considered “premium homes.” At the start of last year, many of the more expensive homes listed for sale hadn't seen as much interest, since much of the demand for housing over the past few years has come from first-time buyers looking for starter homes. It looks like buyer activity, however, is starting to show a shift in this segment. 5 Easy Steps to Avoid Overwhelm from Media Overload When someone is thinking about buying or selling a home, they want to be well-informed. They want to make the right decision for themselves and their family. They scour the internet for any information they can find about the housing market. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

Can you really ‘think yourself rich'? I'm here to tell you that it is not only possible, but that it is also actually the best chance you have of making a lot of money. Many of us dream of living in a large luxurious house in a sunny country, we imagine wearing smart suits that exude power and confidence and we wish that we didn't have to make so many hard choices because our funds can't support the lifestyles we want to lead. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

Covers: When is the economy going to recover? We have some information we want to share here surrounding the major institutions that play a critical role in determining the economic outlook. Also market stats and employment insights and allay fears about transactions in this unprecedented time period. Grab a coffee and listen close it will bring a sense of relief. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message

Questions about 2020 vs 2009 and what the stats say is going to be the topic of our show this morning. COVID-19 frankly "HAS MANY PEOPLE" scared and it doesn't matter what level of income, property or investment status. That being true.., I wanted to dig in all the way back to around April and May of 2007 through 2009 to look at some comparisons and then find out what we should we expect to happen with 2020 in terms of the real estate fabric and economic returns on selling and prospects for purchasing a home by reviewing the stats recorded during the two earlier years for some clarity. Feel free to share your feelings as well I look forward to the feedback and a listen to what you have uncovered also. Let's Get Into This Discussion.. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imodernluxuryestates/message