Simple Tips To Pay Off A Home Mortgage Loan Faster

June 26, 2019

It is a major life decision to buy a home and yet many do not consider how much they will pay on the interest over the life of the loan. All they usually think about is if they can afford to pay the monthly mortgage payments.

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Fed Holds Key Rate Steady As It Watches Economic Trends

June 25, 2019

Federal Reserve policymakers held the federal funds rate at its current range of 2.25 to 2.50 percent. Analysts speculated that the Fed may lower its key rate based on signs of slowing economic growth and the President’s encouragement to lower the Fed rate.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 24th, 2019

June 24, 2019

Last week’s economic reports included monthly readings on housing market conditions, housing starts and building permits issued. Sales of pre-owned homes were released; the Federal Reserve announced its decision not to raise its key interest rate range.

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Pros And Cons Of Installing A Pet Door

June 21, 2019

If you’ve just moved into your new home and you have a pet, you may be thinking of installing a pet door. A pet door is a permanent door feature that is cut into the bottom third of an entry door. Before making a permanent alteration to your door, consider the pros and cons of installing a pet door.

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NAHB: Builder Confidence Slips in June

June 20, 2019

Homebuilder confidence dropped two points in June according to the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index. June’s index reading was 64, which indicates strong sentiment among home builders for current housing market conditions.

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Buying A Home In Foreclosure

June 19, 2019

Foreclosure is a process that happens over many months. There are various opportunities to acquire real estate that is in a different stage of foreclosure, including before the foreclosure process completes. This short guide identifies the different stages and the opportunities that may exist to acquire a property at a discounted price.

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The Benefits Of Adding An In-Law Apartment To A Home

June 18, 2019

One renovation that may add value to a home is an in-law apartment. Even if a homeowner does not have any relatives, an in-law apartment makes wonderful guest accommodations. It is possible to rent it when unoccupied to earn some money.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 17th, 2019

June 17, 2019

Last week’s economic reports included readings on inflation, retail sales and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

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How To Buy A Bargain Home As A Short Sale

June 13, 2019

A short sale is when the mortgage lender(s) agrees to sell the property for a lower amount than the loan-balance remaining.

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What Is A Reverse Mortgage?

June 12, 2019

A reverse mortgage is a way to use the equity value that built up in a home to improve the quality of life for those who have appropriate circumstances when they reach the retirement age of 62 or older. With a reverse mortgage, a person continues to live in their own home and retains the title to it but does not have to make any monthly reverse mortgage payments.

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