Like for the rest of the U.S. workforce, Labor Day is a popular vacation time in the real estate, title and mortgage industries. Closings can be slower to come together when the parties involved are on holiday.
Entries from August 2011
Closing At The Start Of September? Watch Out For Labor Day.
August 4th, 2011 · Comments Off on Closing At The Start Of September? Watch Out For Labor Day.
Tags: Personal Finance
A Mortgage Rate Strategy For July’s Jobs Report
August 3rd, 2011 · Comments Off on A Mortgage Rate Strategy For July’s Jobs Report
At 8:30 AM ET Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the July 2011 Non-Farm Payrolls report. Mark it in your calendar. If you’ve been watching mortgage rates fall to new all-time lows this week and fear a mortgage rate reversal, Friday could be the day.
Tags: The Economy
What Will The Debt Ceiling Agreement Do To Mortgage Rates?
August 2nd, 2011 · Comments Off on What Will The Debt Ceiling Agreement Do To Mortgage Rates?
Today’s debt ceiling agreement will be a major force in mortgage markets and home affordability. Are you prepared for it?
Tags: The Economy
Don’t Use Your Ladder’s Top 2 Steps, And Other DIY Safety Tips
August 1st, 2011 · Comments Off on Don’t Use Your Ladder’s Top 2 Steps, And Other DIY Safety Tips
If you’re among the many homeowners forgoing paid contractors for DIY, make sure you follow these basic safety precautions.
Tags: Around The Home