Are you growing tired of renting? Or perhaps you've recently graduated from college and are looking to set down some roots? Whatever the case, buying your first home is an exciting prospect. Let's take a look at a quick and easy four-point checklist that you can use to determine if you are ready to buy your first home. #1: Is Your Credit In Good Shape? How is your overall financial health? Once you have your down payment saved up, you should turn your attention to your credit rating. If you are … [Read more...]
The 4-Step Financial Checkup to Get Ready for a Mortgage This Year
Are you ready to join the ranks of homeowners in our local community? Congratulations – homeownership is a big step towards building your net worth and financial freedom. However, it is also a significant transaction that will affect your finances for the foreseeable future. Let's take a look at a quick four-step checklist that will help you to get ready to buy a home with a mortgage this year. Step 1: Set Up A Monthly Budget It might sound a little basic, but the best first step is to … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 20th, 2018
Last 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. NAHB: Builder Confidence in Housing Market Holds Steady in February The National Association of Home builders reported an index reading of 72 for its Housing Market Index in February. January's reading was also 72; readings over 50 indicates that more builders than … [Read more...]
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