The Realty Time Capsule: 1793 – Laying Down the Cornerstone
Introduction: From our last article, we learned about the establishment of the United States Post Office Department and the impact of that on the future of the real estate industry. We also learned about the entry of Kentucky as the 15th state of the United States. For today’s Realty Time Capsule, we will be looking […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1792 – The Union Gets Its 15th State
Introduction: In our last Time Capsule, we saw the establishment of Washington D.C. Today, the city has become one of the more valuable real estate markets in the country. That’s why it is so instrumental for the real estate industry. For today’s article, we will be looking at significant events that saw the acceleration of […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1791 – Banks, Missions, and the District of Columbia
Introduction In our previous Time Capsule, we saw the creation of the Southwest Territory. This was the culmination of the dreams and efforts of people from North Carolina. This was just one major step that was needed to expand the land of the United States, which eventually boosted the real estate industry of the country. […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1790 – The Southwest Territory
Introduction: For our last Time Capsule, we saw a nation welcoming its new leader and adopting a new Constitution. The United States has finally taken on the identity that would see it expand and become a major power. In terms of real estate, the country was still exploring its vast stretches because it would be […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1789 – From President Washington to Fort Washington
Introduction 1788 was an eventful year for the United States and it saw important milestones for the real estate industry of the young nation. We saw a nation coming to its own. It was also the year when the first major move to expand the country outside of the thirteen colonies/states was made. For today’s […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1788 – A New Town and a Purchase
Introduction In our last Realty Time Capsule, we saw a nation that was in the middle of grabbing its future. As the country was calling for a new constitution, new laws were also coming out that would impact how land would be used. New forms of transportation are also being tested which will be instrumental […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1787 – A New Ordinance and a New Constitution
Introduction The year 1787 marked a significant moment in the history of the United States. The nation was in the midst of forging its identity and grappling with critical issues, including real estate. This article delves into the state of real estate during this pivotal year, highlighting three key points, examining the influence of historical […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1786 – An Uprising and a New Monetary System
In our previous examination, we explored the significance of the Land Ordinance of 1785, which held importance not only in real estate but also in the lives of Americans, shaping how towns and settlements evolved. The year following the issuance of the ordinance saw the United States, fresh from war, confronted with another crisis: Shay’s […]
The Realty Time Capsule: 1860 -1869 – The Civil War
In our last Realty Time Capsule, we saw California join the United States. The 1850s was a momentous decade but more is in store for the country. For this Time Capsule, we will be looking at the 1860s.
The Realty Time Capsule: 1880 -1889 A Discriminatory Act and More States Join the Union
The 1870s was a period of recovery and reconstruction for the United States as we saw from our last time Realty Time Capsule. Now, we will be taking a closer look at the 1880s and the
