Oxford MS Real Estate Market Blog
Read news and information for buyers and sellers of Oxford Mississippi residential and commercial real estate. Find reports on local real estate market trends in Oxford, national trends with lending, home staging ideas, and economic reports.
Oxford, MS Real Estate Market Insights & Local Trends
Staying informed about the Oxford, MS real estate market means understanding more than just home prices and inventory levels — it also requires a close look at the economic, educational, and lifestyle factors that continue to drive demand in Lafayette County.
Oxford remains one of the most desirable housing markets in Mississippi, thanks in large part to the continued growth of the University of Mississippi. Ole Miss brings thousands of students, faculty, and professionals to the area each year, creating steady demand for primary residences, second homes, student housing, and investment properties.
In addition to the university’s influence, the city’s strong business climate — supported by the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce — continues to attract new residents and employers. This sustained economic development plays a major role in long-term property value appreciation.
How Real Estate Gains or Losses are Computed
Real estate gains or losses affect investors. The IRS is more favorable to taxpayers who live in the property and use it as their primary residence. For a single taxpayer or married filing separately, $250,000 in profit is tax-free. For [...]
Finding a condo for sale in Oxford, MS for rental income
If an investor purchases a condo for sale in Oxford, MS that is furnished, it can be used for gameday and other weekend event rental! All about investment condos Are you looking at investment condos for sale [...]
COVID-19 and real estate
COVID-19 and its impacts on real estate REALTORS® response to Covid-19 is enforcing sanitary and cleanliness at all time in real estate. Much like other sectors of life, COVID-19 is also having its impact on real estate. In [...]
Millennials greatly value homeownership
Most millennials value the purchase of a home over most other life decisions including marriage. Millennial home buyers are taking a long, careful approach to buying Millennial home buyers are a very calculating demographic. According to a Bank [...]
Costs of buying a home
Buying a home is a big step for many people, and it also takes a substantial amount of money. Some people will assume that they could never afford to purchase a home. Likewise, others will assume that their credit score [...]
Business Income Deduction for Self-Employed
The regulations will benefit individuals, partnerships, S corporations, trusts and estates engaged in domestic trades or businesses. A business income deduction is available for eligible taxpayers with pass-through real estate businesses. The 2017 tax reform bill brought about [...]
Market Comparison Report for North Central Mississippi
Home property values are on the rise while condo property values have slightly fallen. The following market comparison report is a property statistics analysis for Lafayette County. It covers the periods of January through August for 2017 and [...]
Prequalifying Worksheet for Prospective Buyers
Prospective buyers knowing what they can borrow save time in their property searches. To become an educate buyer, customers and clients need to have a budget. To this end, the pre-qualifying worksheet is intended to be a guide [...]
Home Inspection Red Flags
The home inspection is the most important pre-purchase task that a buyer can perform. A home inspection helps buyers by identifying repairable items that sellers may have been otherwise aware. A buyer can expect to receive a 40- to [...]
Real Estate professionals earning passive activity loss
Qualifying for passive activity loss as a real estate professional Real estate investors who qualify are permitted to deduct their rental real estate losses against other income sources (e.g., commissions, wages, and so forth). A real estate professional (salespersons and [...]
Building equity oxford ms real estate
Many homeowners in the Oxford real estate market look to their home as a means to increase their overall net worth. Here, we will discuss several techniques that homeowners can use. Building equity in Oxford real estate market with capital [...]
Professionals do it better
Would you perform your own surgeries or dental work? If your answer to the question is "no", then I have a follow-up question. Do you trust professionals with expertise in a specific topic? If your answer is "yes", then next [...]
1031 Tax Deferred exchange for business real estate owners
Meet with your CPA to see if you could qualify and save tons of money with the Section 1031. Tax benefits for businesses owning real estate The 1031 Tax Deferred exchange has been beneficial for individuals in [...]
Reemphasis on commercial Real Estate near suburban homes
Commercial real estate is enjoying a trend near residential neighborhoods Imagine if the tables at this gourmet restaurant were only 10-20 paces from your front door? A recent study from Daily Real Estate News shows that the suburban [...]
What to Expect When You’re Inspecting your new Oxford Condo
Inspecting Oxford MS Condo: helping buyers know what they are buying A home inspection is an assessment of the home's current condition. Inspecting Oxford MS condo is common even if the buyer is not financing. The home inspection identifies problems [...]
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