How COVID-19 changed real estate forever

As a direct result of the pandemic, the landscape of the U.S. housing market has changed dramatically in the past couple of years.

First-time homebuyer? Real estate experts offer advice in crazy market

How can first-time homebuyers navigate the homebuying process without becoming burned out, deflated or giving up altogether? Real estate experts weigh in.

Will renters see relief, lower rent payments in 2022? Experts weigh in

Could renters see some relief in the coming months amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic? Will prices finally come down? Experts explain.

Will real estate housing market crash or cool off in 2022? Experts give their 2 cents

During 2020 and 2021, the housing market sizzled across the nation, with annual existing-home sales hitting their highest mark since 2006. But, what can we expect in 2022?

How to get your house offer accepted in a seller's market

You’re finally found the perfect house. It’s just hit the market, and you really want it. You’re willing to pay the asking price. Your offer is sure to be accepted, right? Probably not.

Look for these real estate trends in the new year

Last year brought the concept of “supply and demand” to the forefront of high housing prices, and low interest rates fueled rising prices. But what can we expect for 2022?

Renewing your lease? Here's how to negotiate fair rent

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on the cost of rent, both here in Georgia and nationwide. Rental rates across the country have jumped — the average cost for a Georgia apartment has gone up 16% nationwide just since January.

Instant offers by Zillow was too good to be true

Zillow stunned the industry earlier this month when it announced it would be shutting down the house-flipping arm of its company.

Nightmare home sale leads Minnesota couple to arbitration

It was a problematic home sale: a failed retaining wall, the ground infilled with unopened bags of mulch, wallpaper concealing holes in the walls, the backyard slipping away into the nearby creek and an unpermitted porch structure on the verge of falling away with it.

Trump selling DC hotel to for $375M; buyer plans to rebrand as Waldorf Astoria

Donald Trump’s opulent hotel near the White House that drew lobbyists and diplomats seeking favor with the ex-president, as well as criticism as a symbol of his ethics conflicts, is being sold to a Miami investment group, according to published reports citing anonymous sources.

Report: Slight relief for home buyers, renters in August

Average home values in metro Atlanta remain higher than the national average, but a report indicates markets are showing signs of cooling off nationwide. 

Priced out of the housing market? Look again

The real estate market over the last year has been described as  "scorching hot" and "on fire."  But now that schools are back in, the new phrase is "cooling off." The US real estate market has been steadily climbing for years, but the pandemic created a rarely seen situation for home buyers. 

Father loses thousands in Atlanta rental scam

Finding a house or an apartment to rent can put you in the crosshairs of a scam.

Jobs can't secure home for Adairsville family

Amanda Edmonds has been applying for homes for her family for months, but nothing has panned out. Now despite being employed, she and her fiance are sleeping in a tent in the backyard of her parents' house

Houses in rural Japan are selling for $500

In order to combat a growing population crisis, Japanese authorities are listing some abandoned houses — also known as “akiya” — for $500.

Is affordable housing dead?

The average home prices in metro Atlanta jumped almost 20 percent since the beginning of the pandemic. 

Renting versus buying: how to decide

When it comes to renting versus buying, it all comes down to knowing what your options are.