When you are looking for a new property, you might find yourself booked in to look at 5-6 properties in one day. In these situations, it can be difficult to remember all of the features that each property had.
Entries from July 2014
Should You Take Photos When Viewing A Home For Sale?
July 31st, 2014 · Comments Off on Should You Take Photos When Viewing A Home For Sale?
Tags: Home Buyer Tips
Can One Missed Mortgage Payment Affect Your Credit Rating? Yes! Here’s What to Do if You Miss One
July 30th, 2014 · Comments Off on Can One Missed Mortgage Payment Affect Your Credit Rating? Yes! Here’s What to Do if You Miss One
Most people don’t know whether or not a single missed mortgage payment can have serious consequences for their credit score.
Tags: Home Mortgage Tips
Three Ways That Your Credit Score Affects Your Mortgage (and Your Chance of Obtaining One!)
July 29th, 2014 · Comments Off on Three Ways That Your Credit Score Affects Your Mortgage (and Your Chance of Obtaining One!)
Credit scores control so much of what we do in the world of finances, but what does your credit score really have to do with your mortgage? Here are three ways that your credit score could impact your mortgage application.
Tags: Home Buyer Tips
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 28, 2014
July 28th, 2014 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 28, 2014
Last week’s economic news brought several housing-related reports, which indicated varying results in terms of gauging the economic recovery.
Tags: Market Outlook
Nearing Retirement? Three Reasons Why You Might Consider a ‘Reverse Mortgage’
July 25th, 2014 · Comments Off on Nearing Retirement? Three Reasons Why You Might Consider a ‘Reverse Mortgage’
If you are nearing retirement, a reverse mortgage might be right for you. This type of mortgage essentially allows you to turn your home equity into cash. If you find yourself with little money, a reverse mortgage could be the perfect solution, and here’s why.
Tags: Home Mortgage Tips
Small Business Owner? Here’s What You Need To Know About Mortgages
July 24th, 2014 · Comments Off on Small Business Owner? Here’s What You Need To Know About Mortgages
If you are an entrepreneur or a small business owner, you probably know that there are a lot of advantages to this lifestyle â the freedom, the exciting challenges, the opportunities and the ability to make a living doing what you love.
Tags: Mortagage Tips
National Association of REALTORS Existing Home Sales Exceed Projections
July 23rd, 2014 · Comments Off on National Association of REALTORS Existing Home Sales Exceed Projections
According to the National Association of REALTORS®, existing home sales surpassed both May sales and expectations for June
Tags: Real Estate
Understanding the ‘Qualified Mortgage’ or QM and Why It’s Important to New Home Buyers
July 22nd, 2014 · Comments Off on Understanding the ‘Qualified Mortgage’ or QM and Why It’s Important to New Home Buyers
Are you shopping for a home or a new mortgage? If you are interested in finding the best possible financial product, it is important to consider the benefits of selecting a Qualified Mortgage.
Tags: Home Mortgage Tips
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 21, 2014
July 21st, 2014 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 21, 2014
Last week’s economic news offered a variety of indications that the economic recovery continues, but some readings missed their expected levels. The Philadelphia and New York branches of the Federal Reserve Bank reported higher than anticipated manufacturing for their respective regions and new jobless claims were lower than expected.
Tags: Market Outlook
A Quick Guide to Assessing Your Home’s Foundation for Cracks – And What to Do if You Find Them
July 18th, 2014 · Comments Off on A Quick Guide to Assessing Your Home’s Foundation for Cracks – And What to Do if You Find Them
When choosing a property, the following tips can help homebuyers find signs of foundation problems and take the right action if any are found.
Tags: Around The Home