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What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week - March 1, 2021
Last week's economic reports included readings from Case-Shiller on home prices, the Federal Housing Finance Agency also reported on home prices and the Commerce Department released data on sales of new homes and pending home sales. The University of Michigan released its Consumer Sentiment Index, and weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were released.
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Common Mistakes The Experienced Homebuyers Tend To Make
When people are looking at buying a home, there are a few common mistakes that first-time homebuyers make; however, there are mistakes that seasoned homebuyers make as well. What are the most common mistakes that people make when they are looking for a new home for the second or third time? There are a few key examples to keep in mind.
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An Overview Of Mortgage Points On Home Loans
Unless someone works in the real estate or mortgage industry, there is a high likelihood that they are going to run into unfamiliar terms. Appraisals, underwriting, and private mortgage insurance are a few of the examples. One of the most common terms that people might run into is termed mortgage points. Even though the term "points" might sound positive, this is not always the case. What do people need to know about mortgage points?
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Case-Shiller Reports Home Prices Rise at Fastest Pace in 7 Years
S & P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices reported the fastest pace of U.S home price growth in seven years. National home prices grew by 10.40 percent year-over-year in December as compared to November's reading of 9.50 percent home price growth on a year-over-year basis.
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Three Tips For Reducing Your Closing Costs If You're Looking Forward To Buying A Home In The Spring
Home buying has costs associated with it other than the mortgage itself. Known as closing costs,,these fees are a part of the home buying process and they are due at the time that the mortgage is finalized. Buyers, however, can negotiate these costs and reduce the expense with a little bit of effort and with the help of a good mortgage professional.
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What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week - February 22, 2021
Last week's economic reporting included readings from the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index, Commerce Department readings on housing starts and building permits issued along with data on sales of previously-owned homes. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.
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Variable-Rate VS. Fixed-Rate Mortgages - Which Is Better For Your Financial Situation?
If you are thinking about applying for a mortgage, it is important that you consider all of the options carefully and that you understand the key differences between them. Let's compare variable-rate and fixed-rate mortgages to see which might be the best in your situation.
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Understanding The Key Factors That Affect Your Mortgage Interest Rate
When you initially start shopping for a home mortgage, you may be drawn to advertisements for ultra-low interest rates. However, the unfortunate truth is that all too often, mortgage applicants are unpleasantly surprised and even disheartened to learn that they do not qualify for the advertised interest rate.
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The Top Tips For Impressing A Potential Buyer At Showings
For those who are getting ready to put their home on the market, they want to make sure they get as much money as possible for their home. This means making a positive first impression. There is never a second chance to make a first impression. Therefore, homeowners need to make sure they do everything possible to "wow" potential buyers at open houses and showings. What are a few of the top tips that homeowners should keep in mind?
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What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week - February 15, 2021
Last week's scheduled economic reporting included readings on inflation, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech on U.S. labor markets, and weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims.
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Three Excellent Reasons to Buy a Home So You Can Get out of the "Renting Rut"
Renting a home is a good option for some, but buying a home just might be the best thing for you. Let's take a look at some big advantages to buying a house that will help you get out of your renting rut and focus more on your future.
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The Top Tricks For Updating A Home On A Tight Budget
There are lots of people who are looking for ways to get the most money out of their property when they put it on the market. One of the tricks to doing this is to update the home before it goes on the market. Unfortunately, this can also be expensive.
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Buying a New Home? Follow These Three Tips to Ensure a Stress-Free Transaction
Buying real estate and or taking out a home loan is a significant milestone in life. Frequently, it means that a new phase is starting, whether it's a new job, a new relationship, or moving to a new area. However, when the most basic steps are missed, this transition can be fraught with stress and disaster. To ensure a smooth transaction, home buyers should be sure to mind the following tips.
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An Overview Of Private Mortgage Insurance
When you are going through the process of looking for a new home, you are probably focused on the sticker price of that home. Even though it is important to think about your down payment, your monthly mortgage payment, and the total amount of the loan, there are other expenses that you might need to cover as well. If you do not put down enough money, there is a chance that the lender could ask you to pay for something called private mortgage insurance. What is private mortgage insurance and how much do you have to pay? There are several important points that you should keep in mind.
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What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week - February 8, 2021
Last week's economic news included Commerce Department readings on construction spending, labor sector reporting on public and private-sector job growth, and the national unemployment rate. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.
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