by John Evans | Jan 17, 2017 | Mortgage Rates
Last week’s economic reports included readings on job openings, retail sales and consumer sentiment in addition to weekly reports on new jobless claims and Freddie Mac’s survey of mortgage rates. Job Openings Hold Steady in November; Quits and Hires...
by John Evans | Jan 13, 2017 | Home Mortgage Tips
Many people are aware of the financial commitment that is involved when investing in a home, but what that amounts to is different for every person. From what you can afford to what a lender will allow, there are plenty of details involved in determining the right...
by John Evans | Jan 12, 2017 | Home Seller Tips
There are a lot of different factors that go into selling a home for the first time that can make it a stressful process, but there are a few things home sellers should avoid for a successful sale. If you’re going to be putting your home on the market in the...
by John Evans | Jan 11, 2017 | Home Mortgage Tips
If you have a good credit history and are prepared to invest in a home, you may be feeling pretty confident about the mortgage process. However, it’s important to be aware that there are things that can have a negative impact on your application. Whether...
by John Evans | Jan 10, 2017 | Home Buyer Tips
There are a lot of things that go into the successful sale of your home, but many people are unfamiliar with the intricacies of the contract. Whether you consult with your real estate agent or plan on diving in on your own, it’s important to be clear on the...
by John Evans | Jan 9, 2017 | Mortgage Rates
2017 started with good news; fixed mortgage rates were lower, but the national unemployment rate ticked upward and labor reports showed fewer openings for public and private sector jobs. Construction spending was higher in November. Mortgage Rates Lower; Construction...
by John Evans | Jan 6, 2017 | Home Mortgage Tips
There are a variety of mortgage products out there that serve the needs of different homeowners, but for the uninitiated it can be hard to know what will work best for them. If you happen to be close to retirement and are looking at options that will be more...
by John Evans | Jan 4, 2017 | Home Mortgage Tips
There was a time when a higher percentage of people were married before they committed to buying a home together, but it’s a lot more common to co-habit and invest in a home together. If you’re considering the commitment of a mortgage without being...
by John Evans | Jan 3, 2017 | Home Buyer Tips
An open house is one of the best opportunities a potential homeowner will have to take stock of a home and determine if it will work for them. However, it can also be a good opportunity to discover some glaring red flags that might make it a less worthwhile...
by John Evans | Jan 2, 2017 | Mortgage Rates
Last week’s economic reports were in short supply due to the Christmas holiday. Events reported included Case-Shiller home price indices, pending home sales and weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims. Consumer confidence was also released....
