What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week
Last week’s economic reports included readings new and pending home sales, Case-Shiller housing market indices and consumer sentiment. Weekly reports on mortgage... Read More
Home Builder Confidence Grows After Lowest Level in 3 Years
After two months of declining builder confidence, the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index gained two points in January with... Read More
FOMC Raises Key Rate, Forecasts 2 Rate Hikes in 2019
During its post-meeting statement, the Federal Open Market Committee of the Federal Reserve announced that its target range for the Fed’s key... Read More
3 Things You Need To Know About Divorce And Homeownership
Divorce can be an incredibly emotional and financially stressful time. Questions about what happens to assets and the family home add to... Read More
5 Things To Know About Severe Weather And Homeowners Insurance
The average homeowner feels secure knowing they have insurance in the event of a severe weather calamity. Most people believe that no... Read More
What is Private Mortgage Insurance or ‘PMI’ and How Does It Work?
For many homeowners, their mortgage payment contains more than just principal and interest. A little something called Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI,... Read More
U.S. Wage Increases Could Help Home Buyers
The struggle to achieve the American homeownership dream often feels like it happens in a vacuum. Everyday people work hard, save money... Read More
4 Great Reasons To Make The Largest Down Payment You Can Afford
If you’re looking for a new home, you’ve probably heard lots of advice about down payments. About how it’s okay to just... Read More
Foreclosure Rates Expected To Dip Below 12-Year Low
The record-setting pace of the U.S. economy continues to positively impact the housing market and home foreclosure rate now stand at an... Read More
How To Qualify For An FHA Loan
Borrowers who cannot qualify for a conventional mortgage are often able to obtain an FHA loan. However, to secure this type of... Read More