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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – March 25th, 2019

March 25, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included readings from the National Association of Home Builders, Federal Reserve Federal Open Market Committee and a press conference by Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Sales of pre-owned homes in February were reported along with weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.

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

14 Remodeling Projects That Increase the Value of Your Home

March 22, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Your home is likely your largest investment. Beyond repairs and regular maintenance to keep it clean, comfortable, and safe, there are a number of projects that can increase the resale value of your property. These renovations top the list of changes you can make that positively impact your home’s value.

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

4 Ways To Get Your Home Loan Closed Faster

March 21, 2019 by Robby Oakes

You’ve finally found the perfect home for your family. Now the only thing standing between you and domestic bliss is the loan process. Use these techniques to shorten the amount of time between placing your bid and getting the final approval on your new home mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Financing, Home Loan, Mortgage

NAHB: Housing Market Index Flat in March

March 20, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Builder sentiment held steady in March as headwinds in housing markets affected homebuilder confidence, but National Association of Home Builders Chairman Greg Ugalde said that builders were looking forward to a “solid spring home-buying season.” Builder sentiment mirrored February’s index reading of 62; analysts expected an uptick to 63.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Market Conditions, Marketing Trends, NAHB

3 Questions to Ask Before You Buy Your First Home

March 19, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Hunting for your new home can be a confusing process. There are countless factors you need to take into account to ensure your new location fits your family’s lifestyle and preferences. In their excitement, first-time home buyers can easily overlook some essential points about their potential property.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: credit, Home Purchase, Real Estate

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