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We're excited to bring you more powerful features to help you make smarter real estate investment decisions with the latest updates to Mashvisor. He first part of In the spotlight showed filters for investors in short-term rentals and new ways to use the Map Property Finder tool. In this blog post, you'll discover a new way to see only properties with high investment potential, learn about recently listed properties, and get a list of their comparisons. Let's explore these further. Filter by property score In addition to providing you with tools to help you research the best real estate markets and find the best investment properties, we have also created a new proprietary rating system called Property Score. While Mashmeter measures a neighborhood's investment potential, Property Score Measures whether a home listing would be a profitable rental property. Therefore, if you want to focus only on properties for sale that have the highest overall investment potential, you can use the new Property Score filter to only display listings with Property Scores that meet your preferences. How to access this feature Gonna Property finder on the maplow Find and invest. Click More filters. Click +Add across Property Score (investment probability). Use the slider to toggle which property scores you want to view. The score ranges from 0 (lowest potential) to 5 (highest potential). Set property alerts You can now set up email alerts for properties that match your search criteria, so you never miss a great deal. When you enable this, we will send you email notifications about new listings and price drops. You can set the delivery frequency to daily, weekly or monthly. How to access this feature while it is in Property finder on the mapClick on the bell icon at the top right of the screen. In the first box, give the email alert a name. In the second box, type the city where you want to receive alerts. Configure the characteristics of the properties you are interested in (property type, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, price range, etc.). Select whether you would like to receive a daily, weekly or monthly email alert. Click Save alert. Export property list Did you know you can export a list of for sale listings, Airbnb offers, and rental offers in a selected neighborhood? This feature has helped real estate agents, brokers, and investors conduct in-depth market research outside of the platform and share potential investments and compensation with their clients or team members. How to access this feature In Property finder on the mapType the neighborhood you are researching into the search box. The export feature will not work on a city level search. Change to Airbnb Compensations either Rental compensationif required. Apply your preferred filters to display only the properties you want to see. Click on the Export button at the top right of the page. Customize your property report If you're using Mashvisor data to present your services or research to current and potential clients, you can add your branding to property reports and make them look official. There is no longer a need to take screenshots of the data and copy and paste them into a separate file; The PDF you download will have your logo and company name embedded. How to access this feature While on a properties page, click the Discharge icon located below the basic property details. The pop-up window will ask if you want to add your company branding. Click yes I want. Add your agency name and logo, then click Save and download. Share a property While creating a property report is a great option to leave a good impression on a potential client, you can also share the property page by copying the link or emailing it directly from Mashvisor. However, please note that the recipient will not be able to see the full details unless they have a Mashvisor account. How to access this feature While on a properties page, click the Share icon located below the basic property details. To copy the property page link, click Copy icon at the end of the URL text box. To share the property page link by email, type an email address in the Email text box, and then press Get into. You can add more email addresses to receive the link to the property page. Once you have done so, click on the Send email button. Learn about the top amenities in a neighborhood In our previous product update, we shared how you can create a filter to only show Airbnb listings with your preferred amenities. But what if you want to discover the most common amenities in a specific neighborhood? Each property details page now includes information about your neighborhood and the top Airbnb amenities in that area. This way, property managers and Airbnb hosts can plan what amenities to offer when they purchase the home they are considering and list it as a short-term rental. How to access this feature While on a properties page, click the Perspectives eyelash. Scroll down to the section, What amenities do the ads have? On the right side of the page. Towards a more insightful investment search We hope these additional features help you invest smarter and earn higher returns. If you have comments, questions, or feature requests, please send us a message in the intercom chat located in your dashboard.

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Last updated on October 31, 2024 An astonishing 33% of all homes purchased right now are new construction. If you're planning a new build or saving for a down payment on a new build in the coming months, here are our top tips when planning a timeless new build home. How long will you be in your new home? While it's impossible to predict the future, it's a good idea to sit down and think about how long you might be in your new construction. If you're planning a shorter stay, you may want to lean toward more traditional fixtures and finishes to help with resale value. However, if you are designing a home that you plan to live in for a long time, you can choose elements that speak directly to your style without worrying about it negatively affecting you down the road when it comes time to sell. Regardless of how long you stay in your home, it's wise to consider timeless items rather than modern ones so you can enjoy your home even when trends change. Understand the style of your home When choosing the design of kitchens, bathrooms and elements such as the fireplace, stairs, etc., take into account the style of your home. If you have a traditional house, you should have a traditional staircase. If you have a modern house, you must have a modern kitchen, a fireplace, etc. When you start mixing styles, large areas of your home can quickly look out of place. Inject personality into decor, furniture and paint colors, not fixtures. We get it: there are many options when planning a new construction. To avoid choosing items you may not like in the future, remember that you can inject personality into areas of your home that are much easier and cheaper to replace. Think about paint color, decor, furniture, wallpaper, lighting, and more in terms of how to make your home look unique. If you keep a neutral palette in your fixtures, you won't feel the need to renovate your home years later as your tastes and preferences change. Choose neutral floors Did you know that most people completely change their decor every 7 years or so? The flooring you choose for your entire home should allow you to seamlessly change the decor as you wish. Choosing floors that are trendy or have undertones that are not neutral enough to match different decors can quickly make you regret your choices. For hardwood floors, choose something with a medium brown tone or a pale neutral for a more timeless look. If you are going to place a rug in your home, try to select a neutral shade and stay away from pink or brown undertones, as they are very difficult to work with. For bathrooms, timeless tiles in white, marble or basket weave will always be in style. How to choose timeless wardrobes The kitchen is one of the most important elements to renovate. Homeowners who select classic items that have been in style for decades will be sure to enjoy their kitchen for years to come. When in doubt, you can never go wrong with white cabinets. While cabinet colors like green, black, and even beige are the biggest trend right now, before installing them in your kitchen, ask yourself if you'll still like them in 10 years. White cabinets also give you a clean, neutral backdrop for when you inevitably change your decor in 5 to 7 years. Countertop Options Countertops are expensive to replace, so you'll want to choose one that will fit your lifestyle and design aesthetic for years to come. Look for something that's neutral enough to serve as a backdrop for your changing tastes and decor over the years if you plan to stay in the house for a while. In terms of stone selection, granite is virtually indestructible, but many homeowners are moving away from the look of granite in favor of quartz, which is more neutral but a bit more brittle. If you like the versatility of granite, there are much less used granites on the market that will easily stand the test of time. Marble is still not widely used in kitchens as it is too prone to staining and etching. Marble is a beautiful and timeless choice in bathrooms. plumbing hardware Plumbing hardware and metal mixing in general is a very hot topic, and there are many opinions and options! In terms of plumbing hardware, which, by the way, everyone should coordinate, the most timeless options are chrome, polished nickel, and brass. You can introduce other metals with hardware for cabinets, lights and mirrors. Backsplash Options The most timeless backsplash option that will truly never go out of style is a subway tile. For a classic look that will stand the test of time, stay away from heavily patterned or busy tiles. If you think subway tiles are boring, remember that you can add personality through your pendants, stools, rugs, and curtains/blinds. If you liked this post, check it out The pros and cons of new construction and 5 mistakes to avoid when buying a new construction home. __________________________ Allen Tate is the largest real estate company in the Carolinas with more than 70 offices and 1,800 real estate agents in the Charlotte, Triad, Triangle, High Country, Upstate SC, Highlands/Cashiers and Asheville/Mountain regions. Allen Tate is a partner at Howard Hanna Real Estate, the largest private real estate brokerage in the U.S., with 500 real estate, mortgage, insurance, title and escrow services offices and 15,000 sales associates and staff. in 13 states. For more information, visit www.allentate.com and www.howardhanna.com. Visited 1,062 times, 5 visit(s) today

Obtaining electrical, plumbing and HVAC permits have special requirements. “Should I Get a Residential Building Permit in North Carolina?” Before you start calling contractors to do some home improvement projects, it’s smart to check if you need a permit for it. Often, your listing agent will ask if you have a permit for any additions or renovations you have made to the home. When it turns out that a permit is required but you did not obtain one, then you will have to obtain a permit before you can increase the value of your home. This will mean extra work for you and potentially delay the sale of your home. Let’s go over some of the things you need to know about permits in our area. When is a permit required? In North Carolina, you need a permit for different residential construction projects, including but not limited to: • Construction, installation and repair of single-family and duplex homes • Renovations of sheds and outbuildings. • Interior renovations • Terraces, patios and paving stones • Driveways, pools, hot tubs, spas, fences and retaining walls • Demolition projects “A permit is not required for a non-structural upgrade that costs less than $40,000.” In addition to those mentioned above, specific permits are also required for the following home renovation projects: 1. Electrical permits They are necessary if you are installing, changing or repairing your home’s electrical systems. However, if you hire a licensed electrician to replace a light fixture, switch or receptacle, a permit is not required. 2. Plumbing Permits They are necessary when installing, relocating or replacing plumbing systems. Minor repairs and replacements that do not affect the water supply, waste supply or ventilation systems do not require a permit. 3. Mechanical or HVAC permits They are necessary when installing, expanding, relocating or replacing your air conditioning system. You must also apply for a permit if you are converting an appliance to a different type of gas, for example, from propane to natural gas. When is a permit NOT required? You do not need a permit for a non-structural upgrade that costs less than $40,000. However, keep in mind that if your renovation project includes plumbing, electrical, or HVAC changes, you will still need specific permits, even if a general building permit is not required. Interestingly, a permit is not required for ADUs that are no taller than 12 feet. Here are other renovations that typically don’t require permits include: • Replacement of windows and doors • Exterior siding replacements • Replacing stair treads with pickets • Terraces on porches • Replacing a water heater (as long as the new unit uses the same power source and is installed by a licensed plumber) What I shared were just general requirements, but it’s still important to call your local permitting authority. to make sure you are following the rules.