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2017 is coming to an end, and it is the time to be in the know for 2018! <\/strong><\/p>\n

I’m a Real Estate Agent and Investor \u2014 Here Are My 8 Best Pieces of Advice for First-Time Homebuyers<\/a>
\nReal estate agent, investor and coach, Dana Bull, advises those going through the home buying process for the first time. Education, planning, hiring experts, exploring housing options, scrutinize finances, focus on both value and location, advocating for individual needs and maintaining control are just some of the topics.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>2018’s Hot Rental Property Markets in Cold Climates for Investment Consideration In Q1<\/a>
\nAccording to HouseCanary, a real estate analytics firm, the top five cold climate markets offering the best rental investment opportunities during the first quarter include Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Columbus, Ohio.<\/p>\n

3 Real Estate Tech Trends to Keep an Eye On in 2018<\/a>
\nFor real estate agents, new technologies, improved abilities and the challenges posed by tech are increasingly part of their daily lives. Trends such as artificial intelligence, digital currency and mobile applications are expected to become increasingly common in 2018.<\/p>\n

The 9 Hottest Interior Design and Decor Trends You’ll See in 2018<\/a>
\nDesigners and tastemakers in the real estate industry reveal the most popular home d\u00e9cor trends expected in 2018. Bold colors, mixed metallics, Gen Z yellow, quartz stone, light wood floors, natural materials, concrete, black fixtures, and large tiles make the list.<\/p>\n

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