Interesting CNBC.com article a few days ago on how 70% of young millennial homebuyers “regret” buying their home. That’s truly sad. It’s a huge purchase, and not one that can be easily or cheaply undone. So what’s turning what should be one of the happiest occasions of their lives into a major case of buyer’s remorse? These […]
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How House-Smart Are You?
Relocating to a new area? When is it best to buy, and when should you stick to renting? We were just interviewed by AARP for an article on “How House-Smart Are You?” in the June 2018 AARP Bulletin. We were asked when it makes sense to buy, and when you’re better off renting. It’s a topic we […]
What’s Ahead For Housing Prices?
What impact will tax reform have on housing prices? You’re probably aware that real estate taxes (and other local and state taxes) are only deductible up to $10,000 per year. There are also new caps on deductible mortgage interest. What does this mean for home prices? Here’s some insights to help forecast where home prices […]
Quote Of The Week: The Ultra-Cheap Mortgage Era Is Over
“Mortgage rates this week jumped to their highest level since 2011, signaling a shift from a period of ultracheap loans to a higher-rate environment that could slow home price appreciation and squeeze first-time buyers.” Laura Kusisto and Christina Rexrode, The Wall Street Journal, “Mortgage Rates Hit Seven-Year High as Ultracheap Era Ends,” May 18, 2018 The Takeaway: Interest […]
South Florida Luxury Real Estate Attracts Tsunami Of Foreign Money
File this under proof that we live in a truly global economy. It’s especially evident in South Florida, where some of our neighbors are likely to be foreign. Foreign investors spent a truly astonishing $7.1 billion on homes in South Florida last year, according to The Real Deal Miami. Where do those buyers come from? […]
Clearing Up The Confusion: Deducting Mortgage and Home Equity Interest In 2018
You probably know that last December’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act changed the rules for deducting mortgage and home equity interest. Now, the IRS has fine-tuned the new guidelines, clarifying that you are allowed to deduct home equity interest in some cases. Here’s a quick summary. As always, consult your tax advisor for details relating to your situation. […]
New York Real Estate Isn’t Made Of Gold, After All
Attention, real estate tycoon-wanna-be’s. Hate to burst your bubble, but here’s some surprising news from Douglas Elliman Real Estate, the largest real estate brokerage firm in the New York area and the fourth largest residential real estate company nationwide. It seems that Manhattan homes actually proved to be poor investments during the past decade. Not […]
The Kids Are Alright: Waves Of Millennials Buy Their First Homes
They’ve definitely moved out of the basement. U.S. homeownership rates rose last year for the first time in 13 years, driven by young buyers purchasing their first homes. All the hand-wringing about millennials living in the basement and never being able to buy their own home has proved to be unfounded. The largest demographic group […]
Too Big? Too Small? How To Find The House That’s Just Right
In the market for a new home? How do you know what size home is right for you? Too small, and you have to worry about feeling cramped and out-growing your new digs too quickly. Too big, and you’ll be paying for space you don’t need, not to mention feeling lost in a maze of […]
Will The New Tax Bill Sabotage Northern Home Prices?
A quick read of the new tax bill shows that residents in high tax states like New York, New Jersey and California will lose out next year. Some of the new tax provisions may even prompt them to pack their bags and move elsewhere. Worse, those who stay behind may find their home values knocked down […]
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About Mari Adam, CFP®
Mari Adam, Certified Financial Planner™ and President of Adam Financial Associates Inc, has been helping individuals and families chart their financial futures for twenty five years. Mari has appeared in publications such as Business Week, CBS MarketWatch, Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger’s, Newsweek, and Money Magazine.
