by marcmenowitz | Aug 19, 2020 | Blog, Marc Menowitz
In all my years in real estate, one of the most common questions I get is, “What is Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, why do I need them, and how do I know which one to choose?” In this article, I will discuss what Fannie and Freddie do, what the main differences are...
by marcmenowitz | Aug 18, 2020 | Blog, Marc Menowitz
Home buying is the right decision when the expense and responsibility of ownership seem worth the effort to have a place to call home. People can feel ready as soon as they have a reliable job and money set aside for a down payment. However, there are other things...
by marcmenowitz | Aug 18, 2020 | Blog, Marc Menowitz
The luxury homes of the future may look much different than they do today. The change in the needs and desires of the consumer has altered greatly since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Today, people want luxury, but they also demand safety. More Remote Locations The...
by marcmenowitz | Aug 5, 2020 | Blog, Marc Menowitz
When it comes to investing, should you put your money into the stock market or real estate? This article will discuss the pros and cons of each so you can make a more informed decision. First, a few definitions and assumptions: when I say “investing” in real estate,...
by marcmenowitz | Aug 1, 2020 | Blog, Marc Menowitz
Perhaps you are aware that in Sept 2019, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) revised their caps on multifamily loan purchases for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (Government-Sponsored Enterprise or GSE) for the five-quarter period between Q4 2019 and Q4 2020. The new...