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3 Great Reasons to Use an Experienced Mortgage Professional for Your Next Mortgage

January 12, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Are you thinking about buying a new home in 2018? Whether you are a first-time home buyer or you’re downsizing now that the kids have moved out, you are likely considering whether or not you will need a mortgage. Even if you can afford to buy a home in cash, taking out a mortgage can help you maintain your liquidity for other spending purposes.

Buying a New Home in a Hot Real Estate Market? Here Are 4 Tips You Will Need to Be Successful

January 11, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Are you in the market for a new house? In a buyer’s market, finding and closing on a beautiful home can seem very easy. However, if you are shopping when the market is hot, you may end up fighting bidding wars and losing your dream home to a competing buyer. Let’s take a look at four tips that you will need to be successful when house hunting in a hot local real estate market.

Going Solar: 3 Reasons Why Solar Panels Should Be Your 2018 Home Improvement Project

January 10, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Have you been scratching your head, wondering what your next great home renovation project should be? If you are like most homeowners, you have many areas that could use a little attention. Let’s explore three reasons why installing solar panels should be high on your list of home improvement projects for 2018.

3 Completely False Myths About Reverse Mortgages That Need to Be Debunked

January 9, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Are you a senior or retired individual older than 62 who is looking to supplement their retirement income? If so, you may have heard about a unique financial product known as a reverse mortgage. In today’s blog post we will explore three myths about reverse mortgages and share why they need to be debunked. Let’s get started.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 8, 2018

January 8, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included readings on construction spending, minutes of the most recent meeting of the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee. Labor reports including ADP, Non-Farm Payrolls, and national unemployment were released along with weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.

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