Real Estate News
Foreclosures Selling Near, At Traditional Listing Prices
If you were looking to cash in on cheaper foreclosure home prices, you may have waited too long and could soon pay as much for a distressed property as you pay for a traditional sale. Click for the Full Story
If you were looking to cash in on cheaper foreclosure home prices, you may have waited too long and could soon pay as much for a distressed property as you pay for a traditional sale. Click for the Full Story
Agent Advice: Referrals
Are you looking for ways to grow your real estate business? It's time to plant a seed and get ready for harvest. One of the very best ways to get new clients is to get referrals. This process starts at the beginning of each client relationship. Click for the Full Story
Are you looking for ways to grow your real estate business? It's time to plant a seed and get ready for harvest. One of the very best ways to get new clients is to get referrals. This process starts at the beginning of each client relationship. Click for the Full Story
More Housing Good News: Experts Say Market Is Recovering
It seems there's more good news in the housing market. Economists reported that new home purchases rose in September to what is "probably" the highest level in more than two years. At the time of this writing, the full statement from The Federal Open Market Committee has not been released but it is expected to show signs of a stronger housing market. Click for the Full Story
It seems there's more good news in the housing market. Economists reported that new home purchases rose in September to what is "probably" the highest level in more than two years. At the time of this writing, the full statement from The Federal Open Market Committee has not been released but it is expected to show signs of a stronger housing market. Click for the Full Story
Mortgage Rates Relatively Unchanged
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey, fixed mortgage rates moved slightly higher while continuing to remain near their all-time lows helping to support the housing market.Click for the Full Story
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey, fixed mortgage rates moved slightly higher while continuing to remain near their all-time lows helping to support the housing market.Click for the Full Story
Homeowner Bill Of Rights Set To Pass California Legislature
A few months ago we discussed a California legislative package -- The Homeowner Bill of Rights -- that had been brought forward by State Attorney General (AG), Kamala Harris. Ms. Harris has sought both to codify and build upon concessions won in a recent settlement between the major banks and 49 of the states. The settlement had to do with a variety of alleged mortgage and foreclosure abuses. Click for the Full Story
A few months ago we discussed a California legislative package -- The Homeowner Bill of Rights -- that had been brought forward by State Attorney General (AG), Kamala Harris. Ms. Harris has sought both to codify and build upon concessions won in a recent settlement between the major banks and 49 of the states. The settlement had to do with a variety of alleged mortgage and foreclosure abuses. Click for the Full Story
Real Estate Outlook: International Boom
International sales were up considerably in the last year, with low prices and a weak American dollar attracting international buyers. Click for the Full Story
International sales were up considerably in the last year, with low prices and a weak American dollar attracting international buyers. Click for the Full Story
Housing Activity Improves as Low Mortgage Rates Continue
Housing activity has shown some improvement as low mortgage rates continue at historic levels. Even though reports for home sales are mixed, the numbers are coming in higher than a year ago. This past week, the National Association of Realtors reported that existing home sales fell in May by 1.5%, but were 10% higher than May, 2011. Click for the Full Story
Housing activity has shown some improvement as low mortgage rates continue at historic levels. Even though reports for home sales are mixed, the numbers are coming in higher than a year ago. This past week, the National Association of Realtors reported that existing home sales fell in May by 1.5%, but were 10% higher than May, 2011. Click for the Full Story
Picking The Right Neighborhood
You're in the market to buy. You've probably given a lot of thought to the type of home you want as well as your budget and buying price range. There's an additional topic, though, that requires your careful consideration. Which neighborhood is right for you? Click for the Full Story
You're in the market to buy. You've probably given a lot of thought to the type of home you want as well as your budget and buying price range. There's an additional topic, though, that requires your careful consideration. Which neighborhood is right for you? Click for the Full Story
An 'Outside the Box' Buyer
Are you in the market to buy, but are limited by certain financial restrictions? You're not alone. The recent recession of 2009 has left a mark on the bank accounts and labor markets of today Click for the Full Story
Are you in the market to buy, but are limited by certain financial restrictions? You're not alone. The recent recession of 2009 has left a mark on the bank accounts and labor markets of today Click for the Full Story
Ask The HOA Expert
Our board is discussing a possible rule preventing minors from entering the sauna without adult supervision. In light of Fair Housing regulations regarding the discrimination of minors, is this advisable? Click for the Full Story
Our board is discussing a possible rule preventing minors from entering the sauna without adult supervision. In light of Fair Housing regulations regarding the discrimination of minors, is this advisable? Click for the Full Story
Marketing to the New Generation
Mainstream media has been focused on both Baby Boomers and Generation X'ers for years. This has many agents missing out on great business opportunities that could be found in the newest generation of home buyers. Click for the Full Story
Mainstream media has been focused on both Baby Boomers and Generation X'ers for years. This has many agents missing out on great business opportunities that could be found in the newest generation of home buyers. Click for the Full Story
Real Estate Outlook: Pending Home Sales Decline
After three straight months of gains, the latest Pending Home Sales Index (PSHI) from the National Association of Realtors showed a decline of 5.5 percent for the month of April. This declining figure is not the bright spot many analysts were hoping for, but it does leave pending home sales 14.4 percent above April 2011. Click for the Full Story
After three straight months of gains, the latest Pending Home Sales Index (PSHI) from the National Association of Realtors showed a decline of 5.5 percent for the month of April. This declining figure is not the bright spot many analysts were hoping for, but it does leave pending home sales 14.4 percent above April 2011. Click for the Full Story
Fixed Mortgage Rates Hit Record Lows Again
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey®, average fixed mortgage rates again reached new record lows. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 3.79 percent continues to remain well below 4 percent and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages are also slightly down at 3.04 percent. Click for the Full Story
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey®, average fixed mortgage rates again reached new record lows. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 3.79 percent continues to remain well below 4 percent and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages are also slightly down at 3.04 percent. Click for the Full Story
Why Host an Open House?
Open houses are not the best vehicles for selling homes. So why do Real Estate Agents bother with them? For the following reason: Open houses are a great means for prospecting. Click for the Full Story
Open houses are not the best vehicles for selling homes. So why do Real Estate Agents bother with them? For the following reason: Open houses are a great means for prospecting. Click for the Full Story
Economy Brings Generations Together Under One Roof
After college some people say they'll never have another roommate but tough economic times are making people consider multi-generational housing. In fact, the latest figures report that 4.4 million U.S. homes had three generations or more living in the same home in 2010, according to the Census Bureau. Click for the Full Story
After college some people say they'll never have another roommate but tough economic times are making people consider multi-generational housing. In fact, the latest figures report that 4.4 million U.S. homes had three generations or more living in the same home in 2010, according to the Census Bureau. Click for the Full Story
Letting Go During a Move
We hold onto a lot of baggage over the course of a lifetime. Some of this is emotional while much of it is in the physical realm. We become attached to things, both valuable and not. Moving is the perfect occasion to clean house. Click for the Full Story
We hold onto a lot of baggage over the course of a lifetime. Some of this is emotional while much of it is in the physical realm. We become attached to things, both valuable and not. Moving is the perfect occasion to clean house. Click for the Full Story
Economy Sparks Remodeling: How To Ensure A Successful Project
Springtime generates a lot of home improvement activity. Many buyers are out shopping for their new home. With the purchase of their home, the desire to remodel often comes next. For others, the drastically fluctuating housing prices are causing homeowners to stay put and that’s causing them to want to remodel their existing footprint. Click for the Full Story
Springtime generates a lot of home improvement activity. Many buyers are out shopping for their new home. With the purchase of their home, the desire to remodel often comes next. For others, the drastically fluctuating housing prices are causing homeowners to stay put and that’s causing them to want to remodel their existing footprint. Click for the Full Story
15-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Hits New All-Time Record Low
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey®, average fixed mortgage rates declined for the third consecutive week on the heels of a weaker than expected employment report. The 30-year fixed averaged just above its record low while the 15-year fixed averaged a new all-time record low of 3.11 percent breaking its previous low of 3.13 percent on March 8, 2012. Click for the Full Story
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey®, average fixed mortgage rates declined for the third consecutive week on the heels of a weaker than expected employment report. The 30-year fixed averaged just above its record low while the 15-year fixed averaged a new all-time record low of 3.11 percent breaking its previous low of 3.13 percent on March 8, 2012. Click for the Full Story
Top Cities for Foreclosure Deals
The sheer number of distressed and foreclosed properties across the nation in recent years has been "impressive" to say the least. In many towns these foreclosed properties are selling at steep discounts which has many investors heading for the contract table. Click for the Full Story
The sheer number of distressed and foreclosed properties across the nation in recent years has been "impressive" to say the least. In many towns these foreclosed properties are selling at steep discounts which has many investors heading for the contract table. Click for the Full Story
Bank Mortgage Refinance Rates At Risk of Increasing
Now that headlines out of Europe have calmed down, the focus has been on the economy here in the U.S. Although there are some mixed signals coming out of data reports, investor confidence is evident in the direction that markets are moving. Investors are turning to risky assets that offer dividends which has sent the S&P to a four year high. Click for the Full Story
Now that headlines out of Europe have calmed down, the focus has been on the economy here in the U.S. Although there are some mixed signals coming out of data reports, investor confidence is evident in the direction that markets are moving. Investors are turning to risky assets that offer dividends which has sent the S&P to a four year high. Click for the Full Story
Remodeling Improvements That Entice Buyers
Over the last few years, some homeowners have opted to stay put for the time being and that's caused them to consider remodeling instead of moving. But most homeowners know that one day they might need or want to sell their home so which remodels help to add value and entice buyers? Click for the Full Story
Over the last few years, some homeowners have opted to stay put for the time being and that's caused them to consider remodeling instead of moving. But most homeowners know that one day they might need or want to sell their home so which remodels help to add value and entice buyers? Click for the Full Story
Natural Flooring Choices
Today’s market offers a welcome and growing range of green products. Many homeowners are on the search for non-toxic flooring choices, abandoning the formaldehyde drenched fibers of days past. Where does one begin on the search for new, green flooring? Click for the Full Story
Today’s market offers a welcome and growing range of green products. Many homeowners are on the search for non-toxic flooring choices, abandoning the formaldehyde drenched fibers of days past. Where does one begin on the search for new, green flooring? Click for the Full Story
Top 10 Tips for Sellers
Today’s sellers may face challenging conditions in many markets, but that doesn’t mean choosing to sell is a bad idea. There are many reasons to sell and most are good ones. Here are ten tips to help you on your way to getting your home sold. Click for the Full Story
Today’s sellers may face challenging conditions in many markets, but that doesn’t mean choosing to sell is a bad idea. There are many reasons to sell and most are good ones. Here are ten tips to help you on your way to getting your home sold. Click for the Full Story
Mortgage Rates Remaining Low While European Troubles Persist
It may be a New Year, but European troubles continue to persist which is helping mortgage rates to remain low. Markets remain quiet as investors await fourth quarter earnings which will begin to be released. Click for the Full Story
It may be a New Year, but European troubles continue to persist which is helping mortgage rates to remain low. Markets remain quiet as investors await fourth quarter earnings which will begin to be released. Click for the Full Story
Keep Your Energy Bill Low While Selling Your Home
Whether you are moving into a new home, getting ready to sell yours or a vacant home, keeping energy costs down is desirable to both buyers and sellers. Even though there are many energy-efficient options these days, there are a growing number of energy-suckers. Click for the Full Story
Whether you are moving into a new home, getting ready to sell yours or a vacant home, keeping energy costs down is desirable to both buyers and sellers. Even though there are many energy-efficient options these days, there are a growing number of energy-suckers. Click for the Full Story
Dealing With The Challenges In 2012
The challenges in 2012 demand a return to quality, respect, insight and wisdom. Those strengths never become tired or ineffective; they are, instead, the cornerstone for building a firm with the influence and track record necessary to flourish. Click for the Full Story
The challenges in 2012 demand a return to quality, respect, insight and wisdom. Those strengths never become tired or ineffective; they are, instead, the cornerstone for building a firm with the influence and track record necessary to flourish. Click for the Full Story
Voting Housing Consumers to Washington, D.C. 'We Are Too Big to Fail'
Voting housing consumers are sending clear messages to candidates for election, current legislators and the federal government as the 2012 national election approaches. Click for the Full Story
Voting housing consumers are sending clear messages to candidates for election, current legislators and the federal government as the 2012 national election approaches. Click for the Full Story
Savvy Dormant Season Selling
Have you noticed how brown it is out there? Winter can be a very depressing time. The bloom has left gardens and yards and we can only wait for Spring. How can you make your home appealing even during this dull and dreary season?. Click for the Full Story
Have you noticed how brown it is out there? Winter can be a very depressing time. The bloom has left gardens and yards and we can only wait for Spring. How can you make your home appealing even during this dull and dreary season?. Click for the Full Story
Pending Sales Rise
According to the latest report from the National Association of Realtors Pending Homes Sales Index, pending home sales are at the highest level in 19 months. What has precipitated this rise? Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, said the gains may result partially from delayed transactions. Click for the Full Story
According to the latest report from the National Association of Realtors Pending Homes Sales Index, pending home sales are at the highest level in 19 months. What has precipitated this rise? Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, said the gains may result partially from delayed transactions. Click for the Full Story
Falling In The Cracks
When faced with a homeowner association maintenance or repair issue, the starting point is to determine whether the HOA has the duty to maintain or repair. This may not be as simple as it sounds. While the governing documents generally define the common elements and repair responsibilities, sometimes the item in need of repair may fall into a gray area.Click for the Full Story
When faced with a homeowner association maintenance or repair issue, the starting point is to determine whether the HOA has the duty to maintain or repair. This may not be as simple as it sounds. While the governing documents generally define the common elements and repair responsibilities, sometimes the item in need of repair may fall into a gray area.Click for the Full Story
A Bit of Good Real Estate News?
As the year winds down, Zillow Real Estate Market Reports releases some optimistic news. While U.S. home values continue to drop, the year-over-year basis represents a 5.1 percent decline, "the rate of monthly depreciation has stabilized around -0.2 percent to -0.3 percent over the last few months," reports Zillow. Click for the Full Story
As the year winds down, Zillow Real Estate Market Reports releases some optimistic news. While U.S. home values continue to drop, the year-over-year basis represents a 5.1 percent decline, "the rate of monthly depreciation has stabilized around -0.2 percent to -0.3 percent over the last few months," reports Zillow. Click for the Full Story
Home Decorating Can Be Hazardous To Your Health
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are on the rise. Click for the Full Story
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are on the rise. Click for the Full Story
Choosing to Sell
Today’s market presents a difficult mix of conditions for many sellers. The housing market dipped in recent years in response to recession conditions and continues to struggle. Choosing to sell your home can be a difficult decision. There are so many factors to consider. How do you know if now is the time for you to sell? Click for the Full Story
Today’s market presents a difficult mix of conditions for many sellers. The housing market dipped in recent years in response to recession conditions and continues to struggle. Choosing to sell your home can be a difficult decision. There are so many factors to consider. How do you know if now is the time for you to sell? Click for the Full Story
Mortgage Applications Increase as Low Mortgage Rates Remain Steady
While economic data being reported for the U.S. has been on the positive side, global markets continue to react to European financial problems. The housing and mortgage markets are showing signs of recovery as mortgage applications increased 12.8% for the week ending December 2nd. Click for the Full Story
While economic data being reported for the U.S. has been on the positive side, global markets continue to react to European financial problems. The housing and mortgage markets are showing signs of recovery as mortgage applications increased 12.8% for the week ending December 2nd. Click for the Full Story
Homeownership Still The American Dream, Fuels Economy
It's billed as the American Dream and yet for some it's been an all-time American nightmare. Still "the home is central to American life" writes the National Association of Homebuilders in its report titled: Homeownership Works, released earlier this year. Click for the Full Story
It's billed as the American Dream and yet for some it's been an all-time American nightmare. Still "the home is central to American life" writes the National Association of Homebuilders in its report titled: Homeownership Works, released earlier this year. Click for the Full Story
Mortgage Rates Stay Low Helping to Keep Housing Affordability High
We’ve seen the effects of tight mortgage conditions over the last year. Existing and new homes sales have struggled and we are now left with sizable pent-up demand. Will this trend continue into 2012? Click for the Full Story
We’ve seen the effects of tight mortgage conditions over the last year. Existing and new homes sales have struggled and we are now left with sizable pent-up demand. Will this trend continue into 2012? Click for the Full Story
Family Mortgages Help Buyers Pursue The American Dream
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey®, the average fixed mortgage rates remained largely unchanged and near their record lows helping to keep housing affordability high for those borrowers who are in the market. The 30-year fixed dipped to 3.99 percent, and at 3.27 percent, the 15-year fixed averaged just slightly above its all-time low of 3.26 percent on October 6, 2011. Click for the Full Story
In Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey®, the average fixed mortgage rates remained largely unchanged and near their record lows helping to keep housing affordability high for those borrowers who are in the market. The 30-year fixed dipped to 3.99 percent, and at 3.27 percent, the 15-year fixed averaged just slightly above its all-time low of 3.26 percent on October 6, 2011. Click for the Full Story
Real Estate Outlook: Will 2012 See Improvement?
We’ve seen the effects of tight mortgage conditions over the last year. Existing and new homes sales have struggled and we are now left with sizable pent-up demand. Will this trend continue into 2012? Click for the Full Story
We’ve seen the effects of tight mortgage conditions over the last year. Existing and new homes sales have struggled and we are now left with sizable pent-up demand. Will this trend continue into 2012? Click for the Full Story
Will Rates Stay Low?
While the Federal Reserve has promised to keep rates "low" until 2013, it is clear to many experts that the current historical lows we are experiencing will not last. According to the latest projections from the National Association of Realtors, interest rates should gradually rise out of historic lows as we move through 2012. Click for the Full Story
While the Federal Reserve has promised to keep rates "low" until 2013, it is clear to many experts that the current historical lows we are experiencing will not last. According to the latest projections from the National Association of Realtors, interest rates should gradually rise out of historic lows as we move through 2012. Click for the Full Story
Annual HOA Meeting Celebrations
The annual homeowner association meeting is required. But rather than approach it in the "Do I have to?" mode, make it a celebration of accomplishments: Bills got paid, volunteers served and survived and projects were completed. There are always things to celebrate. So, while the business meeting may be mundane, dress it up for a party! All good parties takes planning: Click for the Full Story
The annual homeowner association meeting is required. But rather than approach it in the "Do I have to?" mode, make it a celebration of accomplishments: Bills got paid, volunteers served and survived and projects were completed. There are always things to celebrate. So, while the business meeting may be mundane, dress it up for a party! All good parties takes planning: Click for the Full Story
The Power of a Mastermind Group
Another option for your climb to the Champion level is a mastermind group. Napoleon Hill put forth the concept of a mastermind group as described in his landmark book Think and Grow Rich. Mr. Hill defines a mastermind group as, "A coordination of knowledge and effort, in a spirit of harmony, between two or more people, for the attainment of a definite purpose." Click for the Full Story
Another option for your climb to the Champion level is a mastermind group. Napoleon Hill put forth the concept of a mastermind group as described in his landmark book Think and Grow Rich. Mr. Hill defines a mastermind group as, "A coordination of knowledge and effort, in a spirit of harmony, between two or more people, for the attainment of a definite purpose." Click for the Full Story
Colors to Fit your Mood
The color wheel is full of infinite options when it comes to decorating your home. You can spice up your walls with bold reds or cool your mood with ocean blues. How do you know what color is really you, though? Click for the Full Story
The color wheel is full of infinite options when it comes to decorating your home. You can spice up your walls with bold reds or cool your mood with ocean blues. How do you know what color is really you, though? Click for the Full Story
Selling in Tough Markets
Selling your home in a tough market is stressful, but there are things that you can do to help speed up the process. Even simple details like rearranging furniture and replacing light bulbs can bring better results with buyers. Click for the Full Story
Selling your home in a tough market is stressful, but there are things that you can do to help speed up the process. Even simple details like rearranging furniture and replacing light bulbs can bring better results with buyers. Click for the Full Story
30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Averages 3.99 Percent
Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS), showing average mortgage rates changing little from the previous week amid a mix of economic data reports as the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.99 percent, dropping below 4.00 percent for the second time this year. The 30-year fixed averaged 3.94 percent in the October 6, 2011 survey. Click for the Full Story
Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS), showing average mortgage rates changing little from the previous week amid a mix of economic data reports as the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.99 percent, dropping below 4.00 percent for the second time this year. The 30-year fixed averaged 3.94 percent in the October 6, 2011 survey. Click for the Full Story
Sellers: Letting Go:
The decision to sell your home can come with a mixed bag of emotions. There is uncertainty and fear about how quickly your home will sell and for what dollar amount. There may be guilt about leaving behind family, friends, or neighbors. You may also feel anxiety about what is to come. Click for the Full Story
The decision to sell your home can come with a mixed bag of emotions. There is uncertainty and fear about how quickly your home will sell and for what dollar amount. There may be guilt about leaving behind family, friends, or neighbors. You may also feel anxiety about what is to come. Click for the Full Story
Lease Options are Back: Proceed Carefully
When real estate markets slow down, and especially when mortgage financing becomes difficult to obtain, many buyers and sellers turn to lease options as a way to achieve their short-term real estate goals, while waiting for situations to become more conducive to engaging in a straightforward purchase or sale. Click for the Full Story
When real estate markets slow down, and especially when mortgage financing becomes difficult to obtain, many buyers and sellers turn to lease options as a way to achieve their short-term real estate goals, while waiting for situations to become more conducive to engaging in a straightforward purchase or sale. Click for the Full Story
Housing and Economic Forecast Points to Rising Activity:
Home sales are expected to stay on an uptrend through 2012, although the performance will be uneven with mortgage constraints weighing on the market, according to experts at a residential real estate forum today at the REALTORS® Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo here. Click for the Full Story
Home sales are expected to stay on an uptrend through 2012, although the performance will be uneven with mortgage constraints weighing on the market, according to experts at a residential real estate forum today at the REALTORS® Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo here. Click for the Full Story
Mortgage Applications Increase as Low Mortgage Rates Remain Steady:
As markets changed directions this past week with stocks moving higher, pressure was put on mortgage rates as MBS prices suffered. In the end, Freerateupdate.com's survey of wholesale and direct lenders show that mortgage rates remained the same regardless of market volatility. Low mortgage rates that have remained steady have actually been successful in attracting consumers according to the Mortgage Banker's Association who reported that mortgage applications for both refinance and purchase applications increased for the week ending October 7th. Click for the Full Story
As markets changed directions this past week with stocks moving higher, pressure was put on mortgage rates as MBS prices suffered. In the end, Freerateupdate.com's survey of wholesale and direct lenders show that mortgage rates remained the same regardless of market volatility. Low mortgage rates that have remained steady have actually been successful in attracting consumers according to the Mortgage Banker's Association who reported that mortgage applications for both refinance and purchase applications increased for the week ending October 7th. Click for the Full Story
Home Decorating Can Be Hazardous To Your Health
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are on the rise. Click for the Full Story
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are on the rise. Click for the Full Story
Lease Options are Back: Proceed Carefully
When real estate markets slow down, and especially when mortgage financing becomes difficult to obtain, many buyers and sellers turn to lease options as a way to achieve their short-term real estate goals, while waiting for situations to become more conducive to engaging in a straightforward purchase or sale. Click for the Full Story
When real estate markets slow down, and especially when mortgage financing becomes difficult to obtain, many buyers and sellers turn to lease options as a way to achieve their short-term real estate goals, while waiting for situations to become more conducive to engaging in a straightforward purchase or sale. Click for the Full Story
Real Estate Outlook: Builder Confidence Rises
Builder confidence is up for the month of October thanks to renewed buyer interest in select markets. This is the largest one-month gain since April 2010 when renewed confidence from the home buyer tax credit was in full swing. Click for the Full Story
Builder confidence is up for the month of October thanks to renewed buyer interest in select markets. This is the largest one-month gain since April 2010 when renewed confidence from the home buyer tax credit was in full swing. Click for the Full Story
Fixed Mortgage Rates Change Little
Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS), showing average fixed mortgage rates changing little for the second consecutive week amid mixed consumer confidence and housing data. Fixed mortgage rates remain near their 60-year lows. Click for the Full Story
Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS), showing average fixed mortgage rates changing little for the second consecutive week amid mixed consumer confidence and housing data. Fixed mortgage rates remain near their 60-year lows. Click for the Full Story
Tying the Knot? Good Way Couples Can Save for a Down Payment on a Home
Saving money for a down payment on a home has always been a challenge and a lesson in financial discipline but today it’s, perhaps, more difficult than ever. Click for the Full Story
Saving money for a down payment on a home has always been a challenge and a lesson in financial discipline but today it’s, perhaps, more difficult than ever. Click for the Full Story