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Buying a New Home? Four Key Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Advisor

October 19, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you in the market for a new home? If you are planning on borrowing some or most of the home’s purchase price, you’ll want to prepare yourself for the mortgage process. Let’s take a look at four key questions that you will want to ask your mortgage professional when you first meet to discuss your home loan.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Applications

Home Builder Sentiment Highest in Five Months

October 18, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Builder sentiment rebounded in October after lagging during summer months. The National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index reading for October was four points higher than the expected reading of 64 and September’s reading, which was also 64. Any NAHB Housing Market Index reading over 50 is considered positive.

Filed Under: Housing Market Tagged With: Housing Market

Current Servicemember or Veteran? 4 Reasons Why a VA Home Loan Is an Excellent Choice

October 17, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you current or former member of the US military service who is looking to buy a new home? If so, you will be pleased to know that there are some special mortgage programs that are open to you. Let’s take a look at five reasons why a mortgage backed by the Department of Veterans Affairs is an excellent choice when buying your new home.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 16, 2017

October 16, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included minutes of the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee meeting held in September along with releases on inflation and weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates

Brighten up Your House With These Autumn-inspired Home Decor Ideas

October 13, 2017 by Robby Oakes

The kids are heading back to school, the leaves are starting to turn and the weather is getting cooler. Yes, autumn has arrived, but the end of summer does not mean that your home d?cor has to suffer. Let’s take a look at a few ways that you can brighten up your home and give it that warm, autumn feeling.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Upgrades and Renovations

Go Big or Go Home: 3 Reasons Why Your First Home Should Be a Spacious One

October 12, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Buying a home for the first time? One of the key considerations you’ll need to make is just how much ‘house’ you want to buy. While going minimal might seem like a good idea to save on costs, having a smaller living space can end up cramping your lifestyle in many ways. Let’s take a look at three great reasons why your first home should be roomy, spacious and luxurious.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Tips

Baby on the Way? Learn How to Child-proof Your Home so Your Baby Is Safe From Harm

October 11, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Do you have a baby on the way? If so, you are likely already wondering how you are supposed to make your home safe from harm. The good news is that with a little work, you’ll be able to make your house or apartment that much safer. Let’s take a look at how you can child-proof your home in under a few hours.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Upgrades and Renovations

Understanding ‘Bridge’ Financing: How to Buy a New Home Before You Sell Your Current One

October 10, 2017 by Robby Oakes

One of the biggest challenges a homeowner can face when looking to upgrade or move is trying to sell their current home while buying another. The great news is that there are bridge financing options available to homeowners which can help to get things moving. Let’s take a look at how a bridge loan works and how it can help you to buy a new home before your sale is finalized.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Down Payments, Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 9, 2017

October 9, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Fixed mortgage rates rose by two basis points last week as the average rate for a 5/1 adjustable rate mortgage dropped by two basis points. Construction spending returned to positive territory, but job growth dropped in public and private sectors. National unemployment was lower.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates

How to Use a Mortgage to Buy a Home After Going Through a Bankruptcy

October 6, 2017 by Robby Oakes

While it is sometimes the best option to get your finances repaired, the bankruptcy and following discharge period can be tough. However, while it may delay things for a couple of years, the good news is that even a bankruptcy won’t stop you from borrowing a mortgage to buy a home. In today’s article, we will share some insight into how you can get a mortgage loan after going through bankruptcy.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Applications

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