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Baby on the Way? Helpful Advice for Managing a Mortgage With Only One Parent Working

November 2, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you’re dealing with paying off your mortgage and going down to a one-income family, it can be complicated to determine how to financially swing it. While managing a mortgage on just one salary can be a challenge, there are a few simple things you can do to make it work.

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

$500 Renovations That Will Boost Your Home’s Value and Speed Up Your Sale

November 1, 2016 by Robby Oakes

The idea of home renovations when you’re selling your home can be unpopular because of the cost and time that can go into sprucing up a place you’re about to leave behind. However, making a few simple, economical touches can go a long way to capitalizing on your home’s value and making a difference in dollars.

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

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 31, 2016

October 31, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indexes, along with readings on new and pending home sales. Recurring weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Home Sales, Mortgage Rates

Dealing with Mice: Peppermint Oil, Dryer Sheets and Other Crazy Tricks to Try

October 28, 2016 by Robby Oakes

There are things that everyone shares: the need for food, the search for love, and the intrusion of mice into our homes. But don’t despair! There are several ways to deter and remove mice.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Real Estate Tips

S&P Case-Shiller: Home Prices Gain in August

October 27, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Home prices gained in August per the 20-City S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Index. Analysts said that home values continue to expand in spite of challenges including low inventories of available homes and strict mortgage qualification requirements.

Filed Under: Home Values Tagged With: Home Prices

First Time Home Buyers: 3 Essential Tips That You Won’t Hear from Your Friends

October 26, 2016 by Robby Oakes

When it comes to diving into home ownership for the first time, it can seem like there are so many things you just don’t know. Whether you’re getting advice from your real estate agent, your friends or your family, there are so many things that seem like common sense that they might be lost in the mix of details.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Tips and Strategies

Buy Your Home Today: Understanding Why It’s a Bad Idea to Try and Time the Mortgage Market

October 25, 2016 by Robby Oakes

It’s often the case that people will opt to postpone home ownership until the best rates are available or it’s a more stable investment, but in an ever-shifting market it may not be the best decision to put such a sizeable investment off. Here are some reasons you may want to start putting your time into searching for a home.

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

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 24, 2016

October 24, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic releases included the National Association of Home Builders’ Housing Market Index along with reports on housing starts, building permits and sales of previously owned homes. Weekly reports on new jobless claims and mortgage rates were also released.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates

Did You Know?: How You Arrange Your Furniture Can Turn Off Potential Buyers. Here’s Why

October 21, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Most sellers focus on finding the right furniture to stage their home, but they never consider how the placement of that furniture can undo all their hard work. It’s a subconscious thing, but the arrangement of items in the home can really make a difference with buyers.

Filed Under: Home Seller Tips Tagged With: Home Seller Tips, Selling a Home, Staging

Forget Mortgage Apps: 5 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Use a Human Mortgage Broker

October 20, 2016 by Robby Oakes

While many modern apps can be quite convenient, there are a few reasons you may want to use a knowledgeable mortgage professional to ensure the credibility of your most important purchase.

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

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