My 4 Walls

Financially independent women are rapidly moving into the real estate market. 

Millennials may have some obstacles in their path to becoming a homeowner, but that is not deterring them. 

Need inspiration to start your house hunt?

Do you now what home renovation projects have the best return on investment? 

New homes coming soon to help meet high demand! 

Millennials are helping U.S. homeownership bounce back up! 

Get one step closer to your "forever home."

The sale prices on the house market continue to rise!

Find out a smart way to market your home! 

Find the right neighborhood for you with a few simple guidelines...

In a new report, first-time buyers made up 35 percent of home buyers! 

When is the the least expensive time to buy your dream home? Think cold! 

The appreciation rate is at a fast pace and high demand on the house market is sparking "bidding wars."

It is not too late for sellers on the market to benefit from the high buyer demand. 

First-time buyers are predicted to return to the housing market this spring. 

A recent study by Trulia shows that homebuyers are generally no longer interested in "McMansions." 

New housing data released this week shows an increase in closed sales for August. 

Part of the home buying process is moving, and part of the moving process is organizing, packing and getting rid of your unneeded stuff. It's not very glamorous, but so important.  

There’s a transit movement underfoot and you still have time to learn what it is all about before Election Day Nov. 8.

Consumers are three times more likely to buy if their parents are homeowners. 

Recent study shows that millennials and recent college grads should look at Indianapolis. 

What to consider when contemplating a DIY project. 

What do the latest local housing numbers mean for your search? 

There is some anecdotal thought that with housing inventory so tight, families with kids are the group whose house hunt is taking the longest. Now there may be research to back that up. 

Weird headline right? Well, how many hours do you need to work to afford your mortgage? Have you ever thought of it in those terms? Central Indiana has long been an affordable housing market, often the most cost-effective in the nation. See how different states match up when it comes to affordability in relation to wages. 

A misconception among homeowner’s or would-be homeowners is that a warranty protects the way insurance does or you can have just one or the other, but don’t need both. Not so, says Al Trestrail from RWS Warranty. I asked Al to enlighten the My 4 Walls readers about the difference. In short, he says they are similar but VERY different.

Local REALTOR® data breaks down the current market. 

“Fixer-Upper”, “Good Bones”, “Property Brothers” – just a few of the TV shows that have hit the HGTV world by storm and made many potential homeowners start asking the question, “Am I ready for a Fixer-Upper?” I’ve posed the question to local REALTORS® and veteran ‘flippers’ and they have some very valuable advice.

Having a basic understanding of important real estate concepts before you start the homebuying process will give you peace of mind now and could save you a fortune in the future. Here are ten real estate terms you should know before you start looking for a home.

After a brief hiatus as we navigated through a few technical difficulties, we are back to blogging! Hopefully, you missed us terribly...