To prepare, focus on saving for a strong down payment and maintaining a solid credit profile, as both are critical for competitive financing.If possible, look into FHA or conventional loan options for owner-occupied properties, which may offer favorable terms, especially for first-time buyers.

As e-commerce competition intensifies, Philadelphia-area malls are turning to experience-focused retailers to draw shoppers back.

Buyers are out there, and with fewer investors jumping in due to concerns, there's less competition snagging those good deals.If you're considering moving forward, connecting with someone who knows the Tampa scene inside and out could be a game-changer.

After the election and purported rate cut(s) from the FED, I expect buying activity to pick up rather noticeably, which means more competition and likely higher prices. 

Factors such as competition, food trends, lack of management, ingress etc, can close these stores. 

I would rip apart our competition if I found out they had a $30/mon fee.

Price your home $50 - $100 cheaper than all the competition, and you'll attract lookers.

but it's really, really tough right now as there is limited inventory, tremendous competition for deals, money is expensive, and good contractors are booked up.the equity in your home is an example of very expensive money. 

There is usually a close overlap that gives you a competitive advantage of knowledge or boots on the ground instead of nothing.

Still competitive due to lack of inventory but the return potential is much better.