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Whatever You Do, Don’t Make These Common Mortgage Mistakes

May 14, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Are you applying for a mortgage on your home? Keep in mind that a mortgage is a major financial decision and choosing one will have a significant impact on the rest of your life.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Common Mortgage Mistakes, Home Mortgage Tips, Homebuyer Tips

What Will Harp 3.0 Mean For Homeowners After 2014?

May 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes

During the 2009 economic crisis in the United States that resulted in home prices and values falling, a program named HARP was introduced to assist the many affected homeowners.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Housing, Real Estate, Real Estate Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 12, 2014

May 12, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Results from a Federal Reserve survey of senior bank loan officers indicated that lenders have held the line on prime lending standards and have raised standards for sub-prime and non-traditional home loans.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Consumer Price Index, Federal Reserve, Mortgage Rates

Vegetable Garden 101: Get The Kids Started On A Veggie Patch Project Today

May 9, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Thinking about ways to engage your children in gardening and educational opportunities outside of the classroom?

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Vegetable Garden

The Magic Number: Does Your Credit Score Need To Be Above 800 To Apply For A Mortgage?

May 8, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Since the process of getting approved for a mortgage is heavily dependent on credit history and that three-digit credit score that reflects reliability as a borrower, you should always put forth practices to keep that number healthy and growing.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: credit, Mortgage, Real Estate Tips

Is It Best To Put Down A Large Down Payment, Or Be Agile With Your Savings?

May 7, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Putting down the largest sum of money at your disposal might seem like the best way to go when it comes to your mortgage down payment.

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

How Will A Short Sale Affect Your Ability To Buy Another House In The Future?

May 6, 2014 by Robby Oakes

If you’ve considered or experienced a short sale, one of the biggest concerns you may have is how it will impact your ability to purchase another property in the future.

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

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 5, 2014

May 5, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included several reports related to housing and mortgages. The NAR started the week on a positive note with its Pending Home Sales Index released Monday. Pending home sales in March were higher with an unexpected increase of 3.40 percent over February for an index reading of 97.40.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Housing Analysis, Housing Market, Mortgage Rates

What’s in a Color? Six Paint Colors That Will Affect Your Mood

May 2, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Believe it or not, paint colors can affect your mood. When remodeling your home, the color you use on the walls can end up being just as critical to the thematic consistency of your home as the furniture you use to decorate it.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Around The Home, Home Seller Tips, Homebuyer Tips

FOMC Noted Retail Sales In March Reached Highest Level Since September Of 2012

May 1, 2014 by Robby Oakes

The FOMC of the Federal Reserve released its customary statement after its meeting concluded April 30.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: FOMC, Housing Analysis, Housing Market

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