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Three Unique Upgrades That Will Drive Your Home’s Resale Price Through the Roof

March 20, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you are a homeowner, you should always be thinking about ways that you can boost the resale value of your home. Whether you are planning on putting the home on the market, or simply want to be prepared for the future, there are upgrades that can make your property more desirable.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Home Maintenance, Upgrades and Renovations

FOMC Statement: Federal Reserve Discusses Rate Increase, But Concerned About Growth

March 19, 2015 by Robby Oakes

The post-meeting statement of the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee indicated that while the Fed is considering raising its target rate as early as June, the agency is in no hurry to cast anything in cement. The statement cited stronger labor markets and low unemployment rates as encouraging, but noted that FOMC members remain concerned about economic growth due to low inflation failing to meet the FOMC goal of two percent.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: Fed Chair Janet Yellen, Federal Reserve, FOMC

Variable-rate vs. Fixed-rate Mortgages – Which is Better for Your Financial Situation?

March 18, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you are thinking about applying for a mortgage, it is important that you consider all of the options carefully and that you understand the key differences between them. Let’s compare variable-rate and fixed-rate mortgages to see which might be the best in your situation.

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

Understanding the Key Factors That Affect Your Mortgage Interest Rate

March 17, 2015 by Robby Oakes

When you initially start shopping for a home mortgage, you may be drawn to advertisements for ultra-low interest rates. However, the unfortunate truth is that all too often, mortgage applicants are unpleasantly surprised and even disheartened to learn that they do not qualify for the advertised interest rate.

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

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – March 16, 2015

March 16, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included job openings, retail sales, retail sales except automotive, consumer sentiment for March and the usual reports on weekly jobless claims and mortgage rates.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: Freddie Mac, Market Outlook, Mortgage Rates

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