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5 Tips To Protect Yourself When Buying Newly Constructed Real Estate

May 29, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Buying newly constructed real estate isn’t much different from buying an “already used” home. What variances there are, however, can make all the difference between buying a diamond or a lemon.

Filed Under: Homeowner Tips Tagged With: Homebuyer Tips, Homeowner Tips, New Contruction

FOMC Minutes: Committee Discusses “Normalizing” Policy

May 28, 2014 by Robby Oakes

April’s meeting of the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee was held along with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Federal Reserve, FOMC, Mortgage And Refinance Applications

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 27, 2014

May 27, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news was dominated by speeches given by Federal Reserve presidents, the minutes from April’s FOMC meeting and commencement address given by Fed Chair Janet Yellen. The latest readings for new and existing home sales were also released.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Existing Home Sales, Federal Reserve, Mortgage Rates

Did You Know? How Paint Color Choices Can Drastically Affect The ‘Mood’ Of Your Home

May 23, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Whether you’re sprucing up your house to sell or simply looking for a color to bring out the beauty of your home, it’s imperative that you do your homework.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Home Automation, Mobile Apps, Real Estate Tips

Three Mobile Apps That Make Home Automation Tasks Quick And Easy

May 22, 2014 by Robby Oakes

These days, efficiency and productivity are the keys to life, which is why it’s no surprise that home automation is a bigger topic than ever before.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Home Automation, Mobile Apps, Real Estate Tips

Here’s How You Can Leverage Your Home To Reduce Your Tax Burden For Next Year

May 21, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Each year around April, we can find ourselves becoming a little more tense at the thought of what is about to occur: tax time.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Homeowner Tips, Tax Deductions

Getting Past No: What To Do If You’re Turned Down For A Mortgage Or Other Home Financing

May 20, 2014 by Robby Oakes

With most home prices well above what the majority of us have in the bank, getting approved for a mortgage can be the deal maker or breaker when it comes to purchasing a piece of property.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Home Buying, Mortgage, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 19, 2014

May 19, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news was relatively flat, but highlights include the NAHB Housing Market Index for May, which posted its lowest reading since May 2013. Although analysts expected a May reading of 48, the May 2014 index reading was 45 as compared to April’s reading of 46.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Economic News, Mortgage Rates, NAHB

3 DIY Kitchen Upgrades That Will Boost Your Home Selling Price With Just A Few Hours Work

May 16, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Homeowners who want to increase the appeal of their residence before putting it up for sale can, within a few hours and with a little elbow grease, perform some do-it-yourself (DIY) kitchen upgrades that are sure to pique the interest of would-be buyers.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Around The Home, Home Improvement, Kitchen Decor

Tips For Maximizing Your Home’s Appraised Value

May 15, 2014 by Robby Oakes

A home appraisal is an independent opinion of your home’s value, performed by a licensed home appraiser. Appraisals are part of the traditional home purchase process, and lenders require them for most refinances, too.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Appraisal Value, Home Seller Tips, Inspections

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