Positive Home Value Growth ForecastWhile the pace of home value appreciation is expected to moderate, Zillow forecasts a 2.8% increase in Buffalo’s home values for 2025, indicating continued market strength.In summary, Buffalo’s combination of strong job growth, relative affordability, limited housing inventory, strategic location, and positive home value forecasts solidify its status as the nation’s hottest housing market for 2025.

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You can be sure they will continue to negotiate for, strategize and advise themselves.If the laws are similar where you are, you should consider if you want someone doing those things for you, and whether you are comfortable going toe-to-toe alone with a licensed professional on a $1.25 million purchase.

Freddie has a reno loan product that can be used for investment properties; this is only for first position, though.For the Heloc - it goes back to whether your mom wants to continue carrying the loan for income, and if so, how will you pay off the heloc once the rehab is complete?

Gentrification opportunities, As gentrification continues in certain parts of the city, early investors in these up-and-coming areas may see substantial returns on their investments.I would love to know what people think about investing in the Philadelphia area and if you are an investor, i'd love to connect to hear your thoughts and experiences.

Another thought if you have already been in the house for a year is to continue to work on it, add more value and then sell it after two years so you can avoid the capital gains.

I'm an experienced project manager with hundreds of cradle-to-grave efforts under my belt, including building project scopes and budgets, evaluating contract proposals, and managing construction to maintain the delivery of high quality products on-time and in budget.Penny is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), serving the community mental health needs of parents, children and families.We both recognize we have an immense opportunity to serve our community and want to capitalize on the blessings we have been provided so that we can continue serving our neighbors.My wife, Penny, and I are looking to transition into commercial multi-family real estate in 2025.

I own 4 doors here in the Midwest and am excited to add more doors as I continue this investing journey.

go to local meetups, they should have some here or try meetup app or eventbrite. continue to network and that can help you execute your plans.

Wishing you continued growth and accomplishments!!