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You Ask, We Answer: Should I Sell My Home Now or Wait Until the Spring?
Have you been thinking about listing your house or condo for sale? As you are likely aware, the seasons play a role in our local real estate market and how busy it is. In today’s blog post we will explore why selling your home during the winter can beat waiting for the real estate market to warm up in the spring.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 4, 2017
Last week’s economic releases included readings on new and pending home sales, Case-Shiller index readings for September, and construction spending. Weekly readings on new jobless claims and mortgage rates were also released.
Single and Considering a New Home? Here’s What You’ll Need to Know About Your Mortgage
Have you decided that it is time to move on from renting? If you are single and living alone, you may be wondering whether or not homeownership is right for you. Let’s have a look at a few key factors that you will need to be aware of when taking out a mortgage as a single person.
Downsizing? Here’s What You Can Expect When You Move From a House to a Condo
Whether the kids have moved out or you just aren’t using the extra bedrooms, having a house that feels ‘too big’ is rarely fun. In today’s post, we will share a few changes you can expect when you downsize from a large house to a smaller apartment or condo.
Case-Shiller: Home Prices Grow at Fastest Rate Since June 2014
Home prices continued to rise in September according to Case-Shiller National and 20-City home price index reports. According to the National Home Price Index, national home prices rose 0.70 percent month for the three months ending in September. The National Index regained its pre-housing bubble peak and surpassed it by 5.90 percent as of September.
Did You Know: Why New Construction Homes Are A Top Choice For Today’s Home Buyer
Are you in the market for a new house? If so, you may have been comparing your options when it comes to open listings on the local market. One decision you will need to consider: do you want to purchase an existing home or build a new one? Let’s explore a few reasons why new construction homes are a popular choice for today’s home buyer.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 27, 2017
Last week’s economic reports included readings on pre-owned home sales, weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims and consumer sentiment. The weekly news cycle was shorter due to the Thanksgiving holidays on Thursday and Friday.
Appliance Therapy: What to Do If Your Dishwasher Is Terrible at Cleaning Your Dishes
As kitchen appliances go, there are few loved more than the dishwasher. They can be a major time saver – that is, if your dishes are coming out clean. Let’s take a quick look at a few steps you can take if your dishwasher is not doing its job.
‘Pine’-ing for a New Look? 3 Ways You Can Use Wood Features to ‘Spruce’ up Your Home
Whether you are renovating an older home or putting the finishing touches on a new one, you would be amiss if you did not consider how to include furniture and other items made of wood. With a diverse range of colors and textures, wooden features are a must-have for any modern home design. Let’s take a look at three ways that you can use wood to add a little spice to your home decor.
I’m a Cash Buyer. Why do I need a “Mortgage Survey?”
There are several advantages to being a cash buyer that simplify the process of purchasing a piece of real estate. However, there are additional issues that cash buyers need to be aware that can impact the purchase of property. One of those issues is the importance of...