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Last week’s economic releases included minutes from the most recent FOMC meeting, a report on January sales of pre-owned homes and weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.
Continue readingThe economy seems to be heating up rapidly, but home loan interest rates are still at historically low levels. Real estate values have climbed a bit across the country, but low interest rates and affordable prices makes for an excellent opportunity for new homeowners to get into their first home before it rates and prices rise higher.
Continue readingFHA loans are becoming increasingly popular these days as potential homeowners may not able to qualify for mortgages from traditional lenders. The FHA insures some higher-risk loans, in turn allowing borrowers with low down payments and less than perfect credit to purchase homes and bolster the housing market.
Continue readingWhether you are purchasing a new home or you are considering applying to refinance your home, chances are the lender will require an escrow account.
Continue readingLast week’s weeks economic releases included readings on the NAHB Housing Market Index, housing starts and building permits issued and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.
Continue readingClick Here To Open The Doc / Outline In A New Window. 2:16 – Why Rehab Loans (Create More Options / Serve Your Buyers Better) 3:30 – “Fixers” are a sexy niche / lead gen angle 6:00 – Help Listing Prospects Fix Up Their Properties Before They Sell (add value to your past clients) 7:45 […]
Continue readingRefinancing a mortgage is a golden opportunity to lock in today’s low interest rate for the next 15 or 30 years.
Continue readingHas a loved one or family member recently passed on and left you with their home? Inheriting a house can be a delightful gift, but it can also present a significant number of challenges that you must navigate. Let’s explore how to deal with an inherited house and, should you decide to, how to sell it without incurring too much stress.
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