What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Sept 29, 2014

September 29, 2014

Last week’s economic news included several housing-related reports that provided mixed results with lower than expected sales of previously owned homes and higher than expected sales of new homes.

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Five Small Signs That Can Indicate Much Bigger Problems with a Home

September 26, 2014

It’s not uncommon for homebuyers to recount horror stories about properties that appeared to be fine at first glance, but were actually hiding very expensive problems.

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Understanding Title Insurance and How It Impacts Your Mortgage Loan

September 25, 2014

Title insurance protects you and your lender from title disputes and other ownership issues that may arise. Here are just a few ways that title insurance can impact your mortgage.

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National Association of Realtors, Existing Home Sales Slip in August

September 24, 2014

Sales of previously owned homes fell in August according to the National Association of REALTORS. This was the first decline in sales in five months. Although not welcome news to homeowners and real estate pros, there is good news…

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How to come up with the down payment

September 23, 2014

How to come up with the down payment Saving for a down payment is tough — especially if you’re a young home shopper. Here are saving strategies that millennials and other cash-strapped, would-be buyers can use to get into a home sooner. For many prospective homebuyers, saving for a down payment can be a struggle. […]

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Turned Down for a Mortgage? What to Do if You are Declined – and How to Get Second Opinion

September 23, 2014

If you have been declined for a mortgage, you may think that home ownership is out of reach. However, there are ways to turn a rejection into an approval and to find a more accessible loan. Here are just a few steps you can take to learn about your loan options and get the mortgage that works for you.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Sept 22, 2014

September 22, 2014

Last week’s economic news largely concerned the Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting statement and a post-meeting conference given by Fed Chair Janet Yellen. The FOMC statement indicated that the Fed continued its wind-down of Treasury and mortgage-backed securities and that its purchases are expected to cease after the next FOMC meeting.

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Federal Open Market Committee, Fed Chair: No Rush to Raise Rates

September 19, 2014

Wednesday’s customary post-meeting statement issued by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) of the Federal Reserve provided some relief to investors and analysts concerned that the Fed may soon raise its target federal funds rate.

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Considering a Vacation Home? Six Tips for Buying a House or Condo for Relaxation and Vacation Use

September 18, 2014

When you buy a vacation home or condo, you can guarantee that you have an escape that will provide you with years of enjoyment. Before you take the plunge, though, take advantage of these six helpful tips about buying a vacation home.

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Speeding Up the Close: Five Tips on How to Close Your Mortgage Loan Faster So You Can Start Moving In

September 17, 2014

When a seller accepts an offer from a buyer, the process of obtaining the property has just begun. The buyer now has to conduct an inspection, get approval from an attorney and obtain a mortgage – all of which can be time consuming. Here are a few ways that you can speed up the mortgage process and close the deal sooner.

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