North… To North Dakota!



Boom towns are springing up all across the country as the term “fracking” almost becomes a household name. Few would argue that America needs to be more energy independent, and in that search for “black gold”, the mining companies have hit upon the Bakken Basin which covers a good deal of Montana and North Dakota, and extends into Canada.

Market Watch – Richmond, VA



Richmond Virginia, otherwise known as The River City, is a beautiful city, rich in tradition and rich in historical significance. Patrick Henry’s famous “give me liberty or give me death” speech was given at St. John’s Church, and during the Civil War it served as the capital for the Confederate States of America.

Market Watch Nashville – Sweet Sounds From The Cumberland Row



The real estate industry in Nashville, much like the rest of the country, has hit some bumps in the road, however the market appears to be on the mend, helped by a strong economy, some top ranked education facilities and no shortage of things to do on the weekend.

Top San Antonio Neighborhoods for Families



Thinking of buying a new home in San Antonio, Texas? If you’ve ever purchased a home you will know that the process requires careful research and a long checklist of requirements. Finding a good neighborhood for you and your family requires you to ask important questions.

Beautiful Opportunities in Salt Lake City Utah



What comes to mind when you think of Salt Lake City, Utah? If you said whales, then you are obviously a trivia buff. In 1875, Salt Lake City resident James Wickham figured he’d have a money maker when he paid to have two 35 foot Australian whales shipped to the Great Salt Lake.

On the Rocky Road to Housing Recovery



The housing market is nearing bottom, but getting there remains dicey. Home sales are steady, more sellers are lowering their prices and the inventory of homes for sale is dropping.

You’re Doing Fine, Oklahoma!



Oklahoma City is not depending upon the numerous accomplishments of past residents; they are taking a look at the future, envisioning what they want for their fair city and have already begun their efforts to revitalize the once declining downtown area.

Market Watch – KCK – The Heart of America Is Still Beating



Kansas City, Kansas is not an ordinary city. KCK is annexed to Kansas City, Missouri, (KCMO) and its administrative structure is such that it is not just a city, but a county as well. This city/county entity has absorbed many smaller communities nearby such as Strawberry Hill, Rosedale, Muncie, Piper, the Fairfax district and others.

California Real Estate Stand-off: Just What is Going On?



California real estate is experiencing something of a stand-off right now, and it’s getting a lot of people worked up. Analysis of local data over the last year shows that the usual principles of ‘supply and demand’ just aren’t applicable right now, and neither buyers nor sellers are willing to give an inch…

China Real Estate Market Instability 2012



In news from Bloomberg, via Newsweek, China real estate market exchange trembled at the news the country’s largest real estate developer’s January figures. According to the news, shares of companies with listings on the market dropped by as much as 2%.