Selling your home using the For-Sale-By-Owner (FSBO) method appeals to some sellers for two major reasons. The first is the potential to save money (i.e. avoid paying the commission fee to a Real Estate Agent). The second reason is that sellers...
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Summer is almost here, and Baby Boomers are looking to take full advantage of their retirement. We’re not just talking about luxurious vacations; Baby Boomers have much bigger, better plans in mind. The National Association of Realtors (NAR)...
The Baby Boomer generation is massive and on the move. Beginning in 2015, the housing market is projected to increase. Why? Baby Boomers are asking themselves, “should I stay or should I go?” Most Boomers are already retired or approaching...
Washington DC — Platinum CEO William Giambrone attends legislative conference earlier this week. Among the attendees was FHFA Director, Mel Watt, GNMA President, Ted Tozer, and Acting FHA Commissioner, Biniam Gebre. As President of CHLA...
Home improvement projects benefit you in more ways than one–whether it makes you feel good you replaced the outdated style in your bathroom, upgraded to energy efficient products to save money, or increased the net worth of your proudest...
The Millennial generation is walking a path opposite of that of Baby Boomer parents by purchasing homes before marriage. Single Millennials who want to live in a house are either moving into houses with friends, or purchasing for themselves...
My 20th year at Platinum is approaching! As I reflect back to my first year in 1995, it is hard to fathom the technological progress we have made over the years. Here it is 2015, and I remember the days when our offices were crammed with metal...
Yesterday, President Obama spoke to the nation in front of many in Phoenix, Arizona, discussing topics from jobs & the economy to FHA & homeownership overall. There were a few key points that are really awesome news for...