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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 30, 2017

May 30, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Sales of new and previously owned homes were lower in April after reaching near-record levels in March. Mortgage rates were lower last week and new jobless claims were little changed.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates

Understanding What a “Piggyback” Mortgage Loan Is and How It Works

May 26, 2017 by Robby Oakes

As a potential homebuyer who is new to the market, many of the terms and mortgage products available to you can be more than a little confusing. Piggyback loans might be a little less familiar than many other options, but if you’re ready to jump into the housing market this type of mortgage can be useful for you. If you’re hoping to invest in a home sooner rather than later, here are the details on this type of loan.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Applications

3 Bedroom Staging Tips That Will Get Potential Buyers Excited About Your Home

May 25, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Arranging an open house is one of the most important parts of selling your home, but there can be a lot of tricks involved in staging it so you’ll get the right offers. While the kitchen and the living room may be a bit more straightforward, here are some tips for staging your bedroom that will be sure to get buyers interested in making an offer on your home.

Filed Under: Home Seller Tips Tagged With: Home Seller Tips, Selling a Home, Staging

Thinking About a Second Mortgage on Your House? Here’s What You Need to Know

May 24, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Whether it’s to consolidate debt or make funds available for a home renovation, many people consider a second mortgage in order to make it possible to pursue other options. If you’re currently weighing your mortgage options and are considering a second mortgage, here are some things to do before the final decision.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage

Did You Know: Single Women Are Buying Homes Faster Than Single Men — Here’s Why

May 23, 2017 by Robby Oakes

With low interest rates and uncertainty as to where the real estate market will be in the next six months, many people are opting into ownership and investing in a home. Interestingly, according to the National Association of Realtors, approximately 17 percent of homebuyers in the United States last year were women, which is a much higher percentage than the 7 percent of single men who invested in a home.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Tips

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