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What Should You To Do In Advance To Prepare For Your Mortgage Application

July 25, 2013 by Robby Oakes 1 Comment

If you are applying for a mortgage to buy a home, doing your homework in advance before you submit the application means that you will stand a better chance of getting accepted at a desirable mortgage rate.

Existing Home Sales: Second Highest Level Since 2009

July 24, 2013 by Robby Oakes 1 Comment

According to the National Association of REALTORSÂ®, national sales of existing homes in June came in at 5.08 million.

First Things First, What To Do Upon Moving Into Your New Home

July 23, 2013 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

If you have purchased a new home and are going to move in soon, what are the first few things that you will need to do upon moving into your new home?

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 22, 2013

July 22, 2013 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

Last week’s economic news was a mixed bag with retail sales and housing starts coming in lower than expected, but home builder confidence in housing markets increased.

5 Important Tips To Protect Your Home From Burglars When You Are Away

July 19, 2013 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

Anyone would be shocked and feel violated after coming home to a ransacked house. Burglars look for specific things when choosing a home to break into, and many homeowners are basically inviting criminals through the front door.

Home Builder Confidence Rises To Highest Level Since January 2006

July 18, 2013 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) / Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) rose in July.

3 Common Home Financing Problems And How To Avoid Them

July 17, 2013 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

Getting the best mortgage financing for your new home can sometimes be a complicated process and, unfortunately, things can go wrong. Using a licensed and trusted mortgage loan specialist can help alleviate many of these challenges.

What Are the Hot Home Decor Trends for 2013?

July 16, 2013 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

Just like fashion designs and hair styles, home decor trends are constantly changing and evolving. Each new season brings a new must-have feature for your home.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 15, 2013

July 15, 2013 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

The Fed’s release of the minutes for the June FOMC meeting was the most noteworthy economic event last week; the minutes repeated the Fed’s recent statement concerning the wind-down of its current monetary easing policy.