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Common Misconceptions About House Flipping

September 25, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Reality TV shows have energized everyday people to dive into the real estate market and make money flipping houses. The dramatic presentation and profitable end results make the industry seem like a sure thing. But house-flipping, like any industry, has its share of challenges.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Improvement, House Flipping, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 24th, 2018

September 24, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic releases included readings on the NAHB Housing Market Index, sales of pre-owned homes, and housing starts. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

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

Pros And Cons: Older Homes Versus New Construction

September 21, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Opinions differ about whether home buyers are best served by purchasing an older home or new construction.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Comparison, New Construction, Real Estate

NAHB Housing Market Index Unchanged in September

September 20, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Home builder confidence in housing market conditions stayed flat in September. The National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index reported an index reading of 67, which matched expectations and NAHB’s housing market reading for August. Analysts cited recent tariffs on building materials as a significant cause of easing builder confidence.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Builder Confidence, Housing Market, Market Conditions

Is A Reverse Mortgage Right For You?

September 19, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Imagine the bank depositing monthly premiums into your account instead of you writing a mortgage check. That’s basically how a reverse mortgage works.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Retirement, Reverse Mortgage

3 Key Advantages Of Listing Your House This Fall

September 18, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Homeowners looking to maximize their return on investment often want to know what season best achieves that goal. Getting near or full asking price can be influenced by a wide range of factors, including market trends, inventory and interest rates to name a few.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Sales, Housing Trends, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 17th, 2018

September 17, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included readings on consumer credit, inflation and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

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

Mistakes Seasoned Home Buyers Often Make

September 14, 2018 by Robby Oakes

It’s not uncommon today to move several times during adulthood, whether across town or across the country. Seasoned home buyers have been through the real estate process, often more than once. However, even if the home purchase has become routine, there are mistakes that can be avoided.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Budget, Home Purchase, Real Estate

Real Estate Remains A Strong Wealth Management Investment

September 13, 2018 by Robby Oakes

A young long-haul trucker driver once took an elder’s advice and invested all of his money into real estate. Even though he was seldom at home to enjoy the fruits of his labor, he hired a property management company to handle the properties. The advice that stuck with the driver was simple. “They’re not making any more of it, land that is.”

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Investments, Market Conditions, Real Estate

What To Ask About How Loan Application Data Is Kept Private

September 12, 2018 by Robby Oakes

After hackers breached Equifax and stole vital financial records of 145 million Americans, people have a right to be afraid of disclosing personal information. That’s why it’s imperative that lending institutions to do everything in their power to protect your privacy.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Privacy, Security

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