What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 30, 2020

November 30, 2020

Last week’s economic reporting included readings on Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, new home sales, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. No readings were released on Thursday or Friday due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Face The Numbers, A Mortgage That Works For You

November 27, 2020

Before taking out a mortgage to buy a home, it’s time to take a realistic survey of your finances so that you can determine your price range and what size of home you can comfortably afford.

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Home Expenses Include Far More Than Just the Down payment

November 25, 2020

If you are thinking about purchasing your first home in the near future, then you need to be aware of the costs that you are going to take on. When you are looking at the cost of a home, it is very tempting to focus on the sticker price of the home. Even though the down payment is going to be the largest check you are going to write, this is not the only cost that you are going to pay. There are numerous other costs for which you need to budget as well. By thinking about all of these costs ahead of time, you can make a smart financial decision for you and your family.

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Three Hot Renovations That Will Boost Your Home’s Value Without Breaking the Bank

November 13, 2020

Are you feeling the “renovation itch” or perhaps looking for a fun project that you can take on which will provide you with a return on your investment? Let’s take a look at three popular home renovations that can increase your home equity without draining your bank account.

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Three Hot Renovations That Will Boost Your Home’s Value Without Breaking the Bank

November 13, 2020

Are you feeling the “renovation itch” or perhaps looking for a fun project that you can take on which will provide you with a return on your investment? Let’s take a look at three popular home renovations that can increase your home equity without draining your bank account.

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How Are Different Mortgage Lenders Handling Student Loans During the Pandemic?

November 12, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has had a massive impact on everyone. This pandemic has led to massive economic issues as well. Given the ongoing crisis as it relates to student loan debt, many students are wondering how the pandemic is going to impact their student loans and how their student loans are going to impact a potential mortgage payment. There are a few points to keep in mind.

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A Few Simple Ways To Upgrade The Kitchen Pantry

November 10, 2020

During the past few months, people have been spending much more time at home than usual. Therefore, many people are looking for ways to upgrade their homes. A common area of focus is the kitchen. Even though many people are thinking about upgrading cabinets and countertops, the kitchen pantry should also be a target for home improvement. There are a few simple ways that everyone can improve their kitchen pantry.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 9, 2020

November 9, 2020

Last week’s economic news included readings on construction spending, the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee statement, and a press conference by Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell. Labor data on public and private sector jobs and the national unemployment rate were reported along with weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims.

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Save Money on Your Home Energy Costs This Winter in Just Three Easy Steps

November 6, 2020

It doesn’t matter if you heat your home with electricity, natural gas or some other energy source; prices continue to rise and that means increased heating costs. In today’s blog post we’ll share three easy ways that you can save money on your home energy costs this winter.

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The Ultimate Payoff: Getting Debt Free Before Retirement

November 5, 2020

For many people, reaching retirement to the promised land. At the same time, too many people still have a lot of debt by the time they retire. In order for people to really take advantage of everything that retirement has to offer, they should try to find a way to pay off all of their debt before they retire. In order to make sure this happens, there are a few tips that everyone has to keep in mind.

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