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Home Warranties: Are They Worth It?

January 23, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Owning a home comes with major responsibilities and also offers major questions. One of the biggest questions that people will have to answer is whether or not they want to take out a home warranty. In order to decide whether a home warranty is worth it, it is important to first understand what a home warranty is.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Repairs, Home Warranty, Real Estate

Safety First! How Often Should You Clean Your Chimney?

January 22, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Chimneys are as old as homes themselves. Yet, when it comes to chores, cleaning the chimney is one of the most neglected tasks. While people often think about yard work and housework, they often forget to clean the chimney.

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

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 21st, 2020

January 21, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index along with readings on consumer sentiment and weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.

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

5 Important Mistakes To Avoid When Selling A Home

January 17, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Sellers of homes often make mistakes that are not in their best interests. Here are common mistakes people make when selling a home and how to avoid them.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Selling Tips, Home Staging, Real Estate

How A Reverse Mortgage Can Help With Long-Term Care

January 16, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Anyone who has paid attention to the TV recently has likely seen a lot of commercials for something called a reverse mortgage. For those who might not know, a reverse mortgage is exactly that. In this option, people receive monthly payments from a lender in exchange for equity in their homes. In essence, this functions as an annuity.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Equity, Financing Options, Mortgage

What Does A Property Management Company Do?

January 15, 2020 by Robby Oakes

For those who are interested in learning more about real estate, property management companies are an important topic of discussion. Some people might not ever consider hiring a property management company.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Investment Opportunities, Property Management, Real Estate

Is A 15 Or 30 Year Mortgage Right For You?

January 14, 2020 by Robby Oakes

When someone is looking to purchase a house, they need to think about how long they want their mortgage to last. While a bank can structure a mortgage to last for any number of years, the most common lengths are 15 and 30 years. While a 30-year mortgage is typically more affordable, a 15-year mortgage is cheaper overall.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Financing, Interest Rates, Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 13th, 2020

January 13, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included readings on public and private sector jobs, the national unemployment rate and weekly readings on mortgage rates and new unemployment claims.

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

10 US Cities With Highest Mortgage Denial Rates

January 10, 2020 by Robby Oakes

For many, owning property is seen as a rite of passage. At the same time, for most people, accomplishing this dream is largely dependent on the approval of a mortgage. For this reason, it is important for people to think carefully when deciding who to ask for a mortgage. Some cities have a higher mortgage approval rate than others.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Market Conditions, Market Trends, Mortgage

What Is A Short Sale?

January 9, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Nobody enters into a mortgage assuming they are going to fall short on their payments; however, life happens and borrowers might need a way out. In serious situations, lenders may elect to foreclose on homeowners who are unable to make their mortgage payments. Fortunately, there might be another way out. This is called a short sale.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Market Trends, Real Estate, Short Sale

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