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Worried About Future Mortgage Rate Increases? Here’s How to ‘Stress Test’ Your Finances

February 10, 2017 by Robby Oakes

When it comes to real estate, there are always going to be upswings in the market that will have an impact on your mortgage payment and overall financial health. If you’re concerned about rates on the rise, here are a few tips to test out you’re fiscal well-being.

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

The 2017 Mortgage Rate Outlook: Here’s What the Experts Are Saying

February 9, 2017 by Robby Oakes

The post-election period is often one of uncertainty, and the time since the 2016 election has been no different with regards to market force and the financial world. With a new administration taking office, there are many questions regarding how Donald Trump’s presidency will impact the market and your mortgage.

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

Buying Real Estate vs. Buying Stocks: Here’s Why a Home Should Be Your Priority

February 8, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Once you’re done with debt and you’ve started to save, it’s commonly the case that you’ll start hearing about the risks and rewards of investing in stocks or real estate. Unfortunately, it can be difficult for many people to know what type of investment is going to work better for them down the road. If you’re currently considering what you should put your money into, here are some reasons you may want to turn to real estate.

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

Struggling to Sell Your House in the Winter? Try These Innovative Home Staging Tips

February 7, 2017 by Robby Oakes

With all of the busyness of the winter months and most people settling in for the season, it can be hard to achieve a successful home sale at the end of the year. Fortunately, if you simply can’t wait to put your home on the market, here are some staging tips that will engage potential buyers so you won’t have to wait much longer for an offer.

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

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 6, 2017

February 6, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included several good signs for U.S. Labor Markets with higher than expected readings for private and public sector job creation. The Federal Reserve announced its decision not to raise the target federal funds range, and inflation rose. Mortgage rates held steady and pending home sales rose.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates

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