Last week’s scheduled economic readings were limited and included new jobless claims and Freddie Mac’s mortgage rates survey. In other news, all types of mortgage applications rose by 2.30 percent this week as compared to the prior week.
Entries from February 2017
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 13, 2017
February 13th, 2017 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 13, 2017
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2017 Home Decor Trends: Stay on Top of Modern Trends With This Handy Guide
February 10th, 2017 · Comments Off on 2017 Home Decor Trends: Stay on Top of Modern Trends With This Handy Guide
Now that 2017 is here, it’s time to consider which upgrades you will make to your home. If you don’t have any major renovations planned, you can still tackle smaller projects or theme rooms. In today’s post we’ll explore some of the home decor trends expected to be popular in 2017.
Tags: Around The Home
Take the Plunge: Why Installing an In-ground Pool Will Boost Your Home’s Resale Value
February 9th, 2017 · Comments Off on Take the Plunge: Why Installing an In-ground Pool Will Boost Your Home’s Resale Value
Whether you’re planning to sell or not, if you can afford to upgrade your home it’s almost always worth it. But the question is: which renovations add value to your life, as well as your house? Let’s explore how adding an in-ground pool to your backyard can boost your home’s value.
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Worried About Future Mortgage Rate Increases? Here’s How to ‘Stress Test’ Your Finances
February 8th, 2017 · Comments Off on Worried About Future Mortgage Rate Increases? Here’s How to ‘Stress Test’ Your Finances
When it comes to real estate, there are always going to be upswings in the market that will have an impact on your mortgage payment and overall financial health. If you’re concerned about rates on the rise, here are a few tips to test out you’re fiscal well-being.
Tags: Home Mortgage Tips
Buyer’s Remorse: 3 Things You Should Never Say When You’re Negotiating to Buy a Home
February 7th, 2017 · Comments Off on Buyer’s Remorse: 3 Things You Should Never Say When You’re Negotiating to Buy a Home
The prospect of finding the home you’ve always dreamed of can be such an exciting prospect that it’s easy to forget all about the process of negotiating. However, it’s important to keep a few things to yourself when it comes to the art of making the deal. If you’re currently searching for the right place and are preparing to sign on the dotted line, here are a few phrases it’s best to avoid.
Tags: Home Buyer Tips
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 6, 2017
February 6th, 2017 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 6, 2017
Last week’s economic news included several good signs for U.S. Labor Markets with higher than expected readings for private and public sector job creation. The Federal Reserve announced its decision not to raise the target federal funds range, and inflation rose. Mortgage rates held steady and pending home sales rose.
Tags: Mortgage Rates
5 Home Maintenance Chores That You Can’t Forget to Take Care of This Winter
February 3rd, 2017 · Comments Off on 5 Home Maintenance Chores That You Can’t Forget to Take Care of This Winter
Winter may be a time for nesting until the cold weather abates, but there are a number of important tasks that a homeowner should be sure to do during the winter months. If you’re readying for the slow season or wondering what you might have forgotten, here are some things you’ll want to check off your to-do list.
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The First-Time Home Buyer’s Guide to Getting the Best Possible Mortgage Rate
February 2nd, 2017 · Comments Off on The First-Time Home Buyer’s Guide to Getting the Best Possible Mortgage Rate
Whether they’re found online or heard from family and friends, there are so many mortgage tips out there that it can be hard to know exactly how to proceed. But, if you’re new to the market, there are a few surefire things you can do to get a mortgage rate you’ll feel good about. For some of the best tips on getting a great loan, look no further than the following.
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Case-Shiller: Home Price Growth Continues
February 1st, 2017 · Comments Off on Case-Shiller: Home Price Growth Continues
November home prices grew by 5.60 percent year-over-year on a seasonally adjusted basis according to Case-Shiller’s reading on National Home Prices. National average home prices rose 0.80 percent from October to November. Case-Shiller’s 20-City home price index revealed that the West and Mountain regions continue to hold the top three growth rates for home prices.
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