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Could Fed Interest Rate Hike Help Home Buyers?

October 26, 2018 by Robby Oakes

News of the Federal Reserve hiking interest rates appears to have caused unnecessary panic among people poised to purchase a first home or a larger one for a growing family.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Federal Reserve, Market Conditions, Real Estate

3 Budgeting Tips to Help Make Your New Mortgage Payments Easier

October 25, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Buying a new home is an exciting time, but excitement can easily turn to stress if there isn’t enough money to pay the monthly mortgage bill. The added expense can take some time to get used to, but there are ways to make the payments easier, especially in those first few months when money is the tightest.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Affordability, Budget, Mortgage Payment

5 Reasons To Sell Your Home This Fall

October 24, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Though the real estate business never stops, most people associate its busy periods of the year with the spring and summer seasons. And while this is true to a large extent, those who think that selling a home in the fall is a bad decision are sorely mistaken.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Curb Appeal, Home Sales, Real Estate

NAHB: Builder Confidence in Housing Market Ticks Up in October

October 23, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Home builder confidence in national housing market conditions rose one index point for a reading of 68 in October. Readings over 50 indicate that most builders are confident about market conditions. Rolling three-month averages showed mixed results. The Northeastern region gained three points for an index reading of 57; the Midwestern region lost two index points with a reading of 57 and the Southern region posted a gain of one point with a reading of 70. The Western region held steady at 74.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Builder Confidence, Market Conditions, Market Trends

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 22nd, 2018

October 22, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included readings on home builder confidence, sales of pre-owned homes and housing starts. The Commerce Department also issued a report on building permits issued; weekly reports on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

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

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