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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 9th, 2018

April 9th, 2018 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 9th, 2018

Last week’s economic reports included readings on construction spending, mortgage rates and weekly jobless claims. Other labor-related claims included ADP payrolls, Non-Farm Payrolls and the national unemployment rate.

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Tags: Financial Reports

Questions and Answers Regarding The Veterans Loan Program

April 6th, 2018 · Comments Off on Questions and Answers Regarding The Veterans Loan Program

Owning a home is important to military veterans just like the majority of other consumers. The Veteran’s Administration has provided an exceptional benefit for those who have served (or are currently serving) in any of the armed forces. And this VA Loan Program is helping thousands of service members achieve the goal of home ownership.

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Tags: Mortgage

The Younger Real Estate Market: Move Over Millennials, Gen Z Is Moving Into Home Ownership

April 5th, 2018 · Comments Off on The Younger Real Estate Market: Move Over Millennials, Gen Z Is Moving Into Home Ownership

Although the majority of the Generation Z population make $25,000 or less per year, they really have embraced the American Dream of home ownership.

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Selling Your Home FHA? Learn These Tips To Ensure A Smooth Closing

April 4th, 2018 · Comments Off on Selling Your Home FHA? Learn These Tips To Ensure A Smooth Closing

Before an owner can market a property to buyers that want to use a FHA loan, he will want to familiarize himself with the FHA’s standards. FHA won’t insure loans on just any property. While their standards aren’t as stringent as they used to be, a home needs to be in relatively good condition to qualify for FHA financing.

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6 Money Making Tips For The First Time Home Seller

April 3rd, 2018 · Comments Off on 6 Money Making Tips For The First Time Home Seller

Today’s homebuyers can have specific ideas and personal preferences that influence their decision on what attracts them to a particular property. While some prefer a fixer-upper, many desire a home that’s as close to turn-key as possible.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 2nd, 2018

April 2nd, 2018 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 2nd, 2018

Last week’s economic releases included readings from Case-Shiller, pending home sales, and consumer sentiment. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

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Tags: Financial Reports

7 Excellent Ideas For Building An Eco-Friendly Home

March 30th, 2018 · Comments Off on 7 Excellent Ideas For Building An Eco-Friendly Home

In recent years, building an environmentally friendly home or updating an existing home to be more energy efficient has become much more mainstream. While building an entirely green residence isn’t always fiscally possible, simple eco-friendly building techniques and upgrades will ultimately lower your water and electricity bills.

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Five Reasons Why Spring Is The Perfect Time To Sell

March 29th, 2018 · Comments Off on Five Reasons Why Spring Is The Perfect Time To Sell

Spring is many people’s favorite season of the year. Obviously, there are many valid reasons why this is so; but, one of the best things about spring is that it is an ideal time to sell your home.

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The Humble Vegetable Garden: A Fun, Health-conscious Home Project for the Entire Family

March 28th, 2018 · Comments Off on The Humble Vegetable Garden: A Fun, Health-conscious Home Project for the Entire Family

Whether you are hunting for a project that will pry the kids away from their phones or you just want a head start on the spring, few home projects are as rewarding as a vegetable garden. Invest a few hours in planting today, some maintenance throughout the year and soon you’ll be enjoying some delicious, home-grown veggies. Ready? Let’s get started!

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Tags: Around The Home

Your Guide To Aging In Place Home Modifications

March 27th, 2018 · Comments Off on Your Guide To Aging In Place Home Modifications

If you’ve had to watch your parents transition into assisted living, you may have no desire to call such a place home. You are not alone. According to the Aging in Place Housing Survey conducted by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), more than 90 percent of seniors want to remain in their home.

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