April readings for S&P Case-Shiller’s Housing Market Indices showed gains in home prices throughout the U.S. Rising prices were caused by shortages of previously-owned homes for sale and increasing buyer demand as the average 30-year mortgage rate exceeded six percent. The southeastern region lost its top spot on S&P Case-Shiller’s 20-City Home Price Index as Chicago, Illinois, Atlanta, Georgia, and Tampa, Florida held the top three year-over-year home price growth … [Read more...]
How to Help Your Dog Adjust To A New Home
Moving to a new home can be a stressful time for both you and your dog. Dogs are creatures of habit, and a new environment can be overwhelming for them. However, with the right approach, you can help your dog adjust to their new home smoothly. Let The Dog Get Familiar With The Moving Supplies If you're moving to a new home, your dog may be curious or nervous about the moving supplies and boxes around the house. To help your dog adjust to the upcoming move, it can be helpful to let them get … [Read more...]
How To Beat High Inflation with a Home Purchase
Inflation can erode the value of your savings over time, and one way to hedge against inflation is by investing in assets that appreciate in value over time. Real estate is often considered a good hedge against inflation, as property values tend to rise in line with inflation. Here are some ways a home purchase can help beat high inflation: Lock in a low-interest rate mortgage: High inflation often leads to higher interest rates, but if you lock in a low-interest rate mortgage when inflation is … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 26, 2023
Last week’s scheduled economic reports included readings on housing starts, existing home sales, and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s congressional testimony. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. National Home Builders Association Releases June Housing Market Index U.S. home builder confidence rose by five points to an index reading of 55 in June according to the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index. The June … [Read more...]
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