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FOMC Meeting Minutes: Why Fed’s Rate Policy Reversed Course

February 22nd, 2019 · Comments Off on FOMC Meeting Minutes: Why Fed’s Rate Policy Reversed Course

After raising the target range for the federal funds rate in 2018, the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee did not raise the Central Bank’s key interest rate at its meeting of January 29 and 30. While Committee members did not raise the Fed’s key rate, members were divided on the interest rate decision.

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5 Ways Bridge Loans Help Real Estate Investors Increase Profits

February 21st, 2019 · Comments Off on 5 Ways Bridge Loans Help Real Estate Investors Increase Profits

Bridge loans, which are also commonly referred to as interim financing, gap financing or swing loans, help a motivated home buyer to secure financing before their home or investment property sells. Lenders can usually modify these flexible loans to accommodate a person’s unique needs.

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The 2019 Housing Market, While Still Risky, Isn’t All Bad for Buyers

February 20th, 2019 · Comments Off on The 2019 Housing Market, While Still Risky, Isn’t All Bad for Buyers

Many new buyers start looking for homes in the spring. The question in 2019 is whether buyers can afford available inventory or want to buy given changes to the tax code and increase in natural disasters.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 19th, 2019

February 19th, 2019 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 19th, 2019

Last week’s economic reports included readings on the Consumer Price Index, Core CPI, Retail Sales and Retail Sales excluding autos. The University of Michigan also released its Consumer Sentiment Index. Weekly readings for mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

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5 Simple Tips To Make Your Home Showings Easier

February 14th, 2019 · Comments Off on 5 Simple Tips To Make Your Home Showings Easier

Your real estate agent will likely give you 24 hours’ notice before bringing over interested buyers to see your home. Sometimes eager buyers may request less of an advance, or even ask for a last minute showing.

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3 Ways To Help Your Kids Deal With The Move

February 13th, 2019 · Comments Off on 3 Ways To Help Your Kids Deal With The Move

Kids of all ages often have a hard time dealing with moving. They may not be able to understand why the family can’t stay in the same place forever. Even with explanations, children often can’t readily envision how amazing the new place will be.

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What To Look For In A Real Estate Agent

February 12th, 2019 · Comments Off on What To Look For In A Real Estate Agent

You have lots of choices when it comes to choosing a real estate agent. Aside from deciding if you’d prefer to work with a man or woman, and what age range you’d like them to be, here are some tips to help ensure that you pick one that is best suited for your needs.

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How To Cut A Great Deal On A New Home Construction

February 8th, 2019 · Comments Off on How To Cut A Great Deal On A New Home Construction

Savvy home buyers often get great deals on new home constructions by asking for deals and discounts and doing some up-front research.

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3 Ways Tax Reform Affects Your Real Estate Investments

February 7th, 2019 · Comments Off on 3 Ways Tax Reform Affects Your Real Estate Investments

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 instituted some of the most dramatic changes to the financial landscape in the United States in over 30 years. These adjustments to the IRS code have an effect on everyone who earns and spends money in this country.

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Mortgage Challenges For Self-Employed Home Buyers

February 6th, 2019 · Comments Off on Mortgage Challenges For Self-Employed Home Buyers

It’s no secret that mortgage lending institutions look favorably on steady paychecks and positive debt-to-income ratios. That can leave many self-employed prospective home buyers feeling anxious about getting approved for a mortgage. But just like the 9-to-5ers who get regular paychecks, self-employed people earning a good living can get approved with a little due diligence.

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