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Buying land is a big decision. Learn the essential documents, location factors, and pricing tips to make your purchase safe and stress-free.
“Why Land is the Safest Long-Term Investment”
Unlike other assets, land never loses its value. Discover why investing in land is one of the smartest financial moves you can make.
How to Get the Best Value for Your Money
From negotiating prices to exploring cash-back offers, here are some practical tips to make sure you get the most out of your real estate purchase.
Tips for Buying Your First Home
Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance it becomes exciting. Learn how to set a budget, choose the right location, and make a smart investment.
Why Location Matters in Real Estate
A property’s location is often more important than the house itself. Discover how schools, transport, and nearby facilities can affect your home’s value and lifestyle.
Top Metros for Home Price Reductions
Price reductions on home listings have returned to a level not seen in nearly three years, with 21% of U.S. active listings this summer seeing a cut—up more than five percentage points from July 2024. For investors—particularly in the single-family rental space—this environment can mean stronger negotiating power and a greater chance to acquire properties at a discount. That’s why LendingOne analyzed Realtor.com’s metro-level inventory data to find where price cuts are most common and where they’re rising fastest. Topline Findings Price reductions are back at post-pandemic highs The rising share of homes with a price cut reinforces the shift toward a more buyer-friendly market that began after mortgage rates surged and the Pandemic Housing Boom ended.
From Tax Auctions to Targeted Growth: Cedric’s Strategic Investment Journey
Real estate investment can be a marathon, not a sprint, and for Cedric, it was a journey of careful planning, calculated risks, and continuous learning. Alongside his wife Bea, Cedric has built a portfolio of four income-producing properties since 2017, evolving his strategy from a bold, sight-unseen purchase to a meticulously planned approach focused on cash flow and long-term appreciation. A Bold Beginning: Learning from a High-Risk First Step Cedric and his wife spent years considering real estate investment, poring over books and resources, before finally taking the plunge in 2017. Their very first transaction was an unconventional one: a tax sale auction. They purchased a property sight unseen, relying only on exterior photos available online. “We decided to hit the button and hit the gas pedal,” Cedric recalls, describing the competitive bidding process. They won the auction, but the immediate thought was, “Okay, now what?” The property was in rough shape, requiring significant work. Adding to the challenge, they were living in a different state. After a 14-month process to secure a clear title, they sold the property for a profit of approximately $14,000, making a quick decision not to repeat that specific high-risk method. “It was definitely high risk,” Cedric admits, acknowledging they “got lucky” that it worked out. This initial experience, though profitable, solidified their desire for a more traditional and manageable approach.
Top Cities for Long-Term Rentership
By and large, renters who remain in their homes longer signal more than just personal preference—they often indicate market stability, constrained supply, and a lower turnover rate. For real estate investors, that can translate into stronger cash flow, lower maintenance costs, and higher tenant reliability over time. According to a recent Redfin report, a third (33.6%) of U.S. renters have lived in the same home for at least five years, up from 28.4% a decade ago. On a regional level, however, the popularity of long-term rentership varies—often shaped by local affordability, supply constraints, and demographic trends. To better understand how renter stability is evolving, LendingOne analyzed Redfin’s historical tenure data to pinpoint the markets with both the largest current share of long-term renters and the most significant growth since 2013. Topline findings Where long-term rentership is climbing the most In some markets, long-term renting has become the new normal. Specifically, California metros are seeing the biggest gains in long-term rentership due to a combination of housing shortages, rising home prices, and affordability pressures that make it harder for renters to move. Limited new construction has further contributed to renters staying in place longer. In inland markets especially, these factors are locking tenants into longer stays—even as population and investor interest have grown.