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NAHB: Home Builder Confidence Grows After Lowest Level in 3 Years

January 17, 2019 by Robby Oakes

After two months of declining builder confidence, the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index gained two points in January with a reading of 58. Component readings of the HMI were also higher with builder confidence in current market conditions rose two points to an index reading of 63. Builder confidence in housing market conditions over the next six months rose three points to 64.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Housing Trends, Market Conditions, NAHB

Strategies For Buying And Selling A Home At The Same Time

January 16, 2019 by Robby Oakes

If you’re already a homeowner and you’re getting ready to buy a new home, you know it’s tricky to buy and sell a home at the same time. There are lots of questions about how to handle this scenario. What if your old home doesn’t sell quickly?

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Buying a Home, Real Estate, Selling Your Home

4 House “Flaws” You Can Safely Disregard

January 15, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When you walk through a house with your real estate agent, you’re seeing if you and your family would be happy living there. But you’re also probably looking for signs of trouble that might spell big expenses later on. Be careful, though. It’s important to see the “bones” of the house rather than focusing on minor issues.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Improvement, Home Repairs, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 14th, 2019

January 14, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, readings on inflation and core inflation. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-tome jobless claims were also released. If the government shutdown continues, it is expected to impact release dates for readings from federal government agencies.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Interest Rates, Mortgage Rates

4 Ways to Improve Your Curb Appeal

January 11, 2019 by Robby Oakes

You have about five minutes to impress (or not) prospective buyers at a showing. For curb appeal, you get about five seconds for buyers to decide whether they want to go inside. Here are four tips to help you get the wow factor from your home’s street-facing views.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Curb Appeal, Home Improvement, Real Estate

3 Tips To Save For A Down Payment

January 10, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Saving up for a down payment can feel overwhelming. Most people have never saved up the kind of money it takes for a down payment. It can be done, though. The goal is to put 20% down on a house. This is what it takes if you don’t want to have to pay private mortgage insurance every month.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Down Payment, Financing Options, Mortgage

What Happens After Your Offer Is Accepted?

January 9, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When you make an offer on a home, you wait anxiously to see if it will be accepted. Sometimes you’re lucky enough to hear back within hours. Other times you could wait days or even weeks.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Offer, Inspection, Real Estate

Top 5 Ways To Pick A High Quality Real Estate Agent

January 8, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Your real estate agent can be the difference between a successful home buy and a bad purchase. Take a look at the characteristics of a good real estate agent and how you should vet your next partner in real estate.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Sales, Real Estate, Real Estate Agent

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 7th, 2019

January 7, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included Labor Department readings on private and public sector jobs, the national unemployment rate. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released. Monthly reporting on construction spending was delayed due to the government shutdown.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Interest Rates, Mortgage Interest

Should You Buy A Fixer Upper Or Move-In Ready Home?

January 4, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There’s a lot to be said for buying a move-in ready home. All you have to do is put your things away and start living your life. On the other hand, buying a fixer upper has its advantages, too. You can get a great bargain on a fixer upper home. So which one should you choose?

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Fixer-Upper, Home Sales, Real Estate

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