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💲 ‘Unverifiable income’ can limit your mortgage options — here’s how to get around it A number of factors can get your mortgage application denied. So-called “unverifiable income” is one of them. Read more⬇️ https://lnkd.in/g86dyHwg

What to watch for in 2025 housing market predictions 🔮 While it can be difficult to exactly pinpoint how the housing market is going to play out in 2025, several economists lay out predictions of what’s likely to happen next year, offering insights into trends like mortgage rates, inventory levels, and housing affordability. https://lnkd.in/g7A5D5Yh

🛋️ 6 interior-design trends you'll probably see everywhere next year — and 4 that are disappearing As we approach the end of the year, it's time to reflect on home decor and designs we'll want to leave behind — and pieces and styles we'll want to keep an eye out for. READ MORE⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gFqhfcZ6

🤝 Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents Putting your house for sale on your own – often called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO – might be on your mind. But you should know that it gets complicated very quickly, especially in today’s complex market. That’s why data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows a record low number are going the route of selling on their own. Read More ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gQAyiA3R

🏘️ Here’s What The Rise of Homeowners Associations Means For Buyers When shopping for a home, many buyers may hope to avoid purchasing a property subject to a homeowners association. But that may be easier said than done. READ MORE ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gytKeeM6

📈 ⛰️ The nation's hottest housing market in 2025? It's Colorado Springs, new forecast says Colorado Springs ranks as the nation's No. 1 housing market for 2025, thanks to hefty increases in home sales and prices, according to an annual forecast released Tuesday for the nation's 100 largest metro areas by Realtor.com, the California-based online real estate service. READ MORE⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gURzAS35

🏠 📈 3 predictions for Airbnb hosts in 2025, from one of the short-term-rental industry's top analytics firms. Airbnb and Vrbo hosts can expect more consistency in 2025, a new report from the industry analytics firm AirDNA said. READ MORE ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gT2DHgxG

🔥 Everything You Need to Know About Alternative Fireplaces No chimney, no problem! Alternative fireplaces are hotter than ever. Learn which one could be right for your home. https://lnkd.in/gJZZXZKd

🍪 Sweet Traditions: W+M’s Holiday Cookie Favorites Celebrate the season with the cookies we love most! Our W+M agents share their cherished holiday recipes to sweeten your celebrations. READ MORE⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gRARuvna

🏙️ Denver just legalized ADUs citywide. How many could be built? The Denver City Council just made it a lot easier to build accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, in neighborhoods across the city. The biggest change: Homeowners won’t have to get a rezoning before building a cottage or other accessory dwelling. The change could result in a few hundred more ADUs being built each year, one study found. READ MORE ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gq4ErZsE