Last week’s economic reporting included the Federal Reserve’s statement on its target interest rate range and Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s regularly-scheduled press conference. Data on construction spending and public and private-sector jobs was published along with weekly reports on mortgage rates and jobless claims. Fed Hikes Key Interest Rate Range, but Signals a Future Slowdown The Federal Reserve increased its key interest rate range last week from 3.50-3.75 percent to … [Read more...]
4 Mistakes That Plague First-Time Home Sellers and How to Avoid Making Them
Are you thinking about selling your home? If this is your first time going through the selling process, you may be wondering just how well things are going to go. Selling a home is usually a smooth process – there are thousands sold each day – but issues can arise if you're not careful. Let's explore four mistakes that are commonly made by first-time home sellers and how you can avoid them. Trying To Sell Without Experienced Representation The first and most significant mistake that … [Read more...]
How Interest-Only Mortgages Work and Why They’re A Good Solution for Some Buyers
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an experienced real estate investor, if you are planning to borrow funds to buy a home you will want to choose the right mortgage product. In today's blog post we'll explore how interest-only mortgages work and why they're the perfect choice for some homebuyers. How Interest-Only Mortgages Differ From Conventional Ones As the name suggests, interest-only mortgages are loans where you are only required to pay off the interest portion of the loan each … [Read more...]
What Is a “Short Sale” And How Does It Work?
Are you on the hunt for great deals on a local home? If so, you have probably heard about "short sale" homes, although it can take a bit of searching to find one. Let's take a closer look at real estate short sales to learn how they work and when you might want to take advantage. What Is A Real Estate Short Sale? A real estate short sale takes place when a homeowner sells their home for less than they owe on it. This tends to take place in volatile real estate markets where a substantial price … [Read more...]
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