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Three Important Benefits Of An Open Floor Plan

November 19, 2019 by Robby Oakes

If you are looking for a new home, or if you are looking to renovate your existing home, you might have heard about something called an open floor plan. In today’s era of housing, this layout has become more popular.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Design, Open Concept, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 18th, 2019

November 18, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reporting included readings on inflation, testimony by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, and weekly readings on mortgage rates and new unemployment claims.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

How To Navigate The Changing Remodeling Market

November 15, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Remodeling is a common project that homeowners take on. If you are looking to remodel your home, it is important to keep in mind that this involves more than just improving your living area. If you remodel your home, you might also be expecting to generate a return on your investment.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Improvement, Market Trends, Real Estate

How To Practice Electrical Safety Around Your Home

November 14, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Electricity plays an important role in your home. It helps keep you warm, allows you to cook meals, and brightens up the interior of your house. At the same time, electricity is a common hazard.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Electricity, Home Safety, Real Estate

4 Critical Tips To Consider When Hiring A Home Contractor

November 13, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There are many reasons why you might be interested in hiring a home contractor. These professionals are an important part of helping someone attain their dream home. While everyone cares about the price of the contractor, this is not the only factor that you should consider.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Contractor, Home Improvement, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 12th, 2019

November 12, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s scheduled economic news included the Federal Reserve’s survey of loan officers and the University of Michigan’s report on consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Interest Rates, Mortgage Rates

How To Find Hot Markets For Real Estate Investment

November 8, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Real estate investors who want to build up a strong investment portfolio always keep an eye out for hot markets, which gives them a chance to pick up properties that add to their portfolio value.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Hot Markets, Investment Property, Real Estate

The 5 Most Common Dangerous Home Issues

November 7, 2019 by Robby Oakes

You are supposed to feel safe in your own home; however, accidents can happen and there are plenty of hidden dangers that might land someone in the hospital. It is important for you to understand the common household dangers. Knowledge is power and you can take steps to prevent these issues from arising.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Real Estate

3 Positive Reasons To Get A 15-Year Mortgage

November 6, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Most people can’t pay for a home outright, so they finance it with a mortgage loan. 30-year mortgages are more conventional, but they also come with a significant interest price tag.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Equity, Mortgage, Savings

How Does My Existing Debt Affect Getting A New Mortgage?

November 5, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Carrying debt is a common problem that people have. Some of the most common types of debt include student loans, credit cards, and motor vehicles. When you are interested in buying a new home, you often think about whether or not your debt is going to hurt your chances of qualifying for a new mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: debt, Loan Qualification, Mortgage

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