A home warranty is a type of service contract that provides coverage for repairs or replacements of major systems and appliances in a home. It typically covers items such as heating and cooling systems, electrical systems, plumbing, water heaters, and kitchen appliances. Home warranties are purchased by homeowners to protect against unexpected expenses for repairs or replacements that may occur due to normal wear and tear. When a covered item breaks down, the homeowner can contact the home … [Read more...]
How to Calculate Mortgage Payments
Calculating mortgage payments involves several variables, including the loan amount, the interest rate, and the loan term. Here are the steps to calculate mortgage payments: Determine the loan amount: This is the amount you will borrow to purchase the property. For example, if you plan to buy a house for $300,000 and you plan to put down a 20% down payment ($60,000), your loan amount will be $240,000. Determine the interest rate: The interest rate is the cost of borrowing the money. It is … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Juy 3, 2023
Last week’s scheduled economic news includes readings on inflation, new home sales, pending home sales, and consumer sentiment. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell spoke at a banking conference in Spain. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. New Home Sales Rise as Pending Home Sales Fall May readings for new and pending home sales showed mixed results for May. 763,000 new home sales were expected on a seasonally-adjusted annual basis. Analysts expected a … [Read more...]
Interviewing Architect’s When Building A New Home
Making the decision to build a home might be one of the biggest you make in your life. You've found the perfect plot of land and have a vision of what type of home you want, but you need someone to bring your dream to life. That means it's time to start interviewing architects. Hiring an architect isn't as simple as just calling up a few and seeing who might have the time. You'll want to ensure you choose a professional that understands your design aesthetic, communicates well, can design on … [Read more...]
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