Posts Tagged ‘Mortgage Rates’
The New Tax Plan: When It Comes To Real Estate, Who Wins And Who Loses?
We have all heard a lot about the new tax plan, which was approved and sent to President Trump to be signed on Wednesday, Dec. 20. Depending on where your politics lie and your individual financial situation, you may have a positive or negative...
Factors That Influence Home Buying
A home is a reflection of its owner’s personality, tastes and values. Because we know that each individual is unique and has her own idea of what’s important when choosing a home, we set out to compare and contrast what different types of...
Industry advice: Homebuyer Education Benefits Lenders, Homeowners, and the Industry
There's a new way to set homebuyers up for sustainable homeownership. When borrowers who seemed promising don’t qualify, what can lenders do? Many are using homebuyer education to give these borrowers a positive path forward. Homebuyer ...
How to Actually Afford to Buy A Home in America
Home buyers today face tough challenges housing prices have soared, a dollar doesn't go as far as it once did and rent is more expensive than the past. How are peop...
7 Key Things That Help You Qualify For A Mortgage
In an environment where lenders are highly regulated and risk-averse, borrowers are rightfully a little nervous when they apply for a mortgage. But with the right preparation, qualifying for a home loan can be a rewarding experience in your jou...
Mortgage Rates Start Summer Near 2017 Lows … Will It Hold?
This month the Federal Reserve hiked rates for the third time in seven months. Does this mean the end of low mort...
Mortgage Applications Rise 3.1%
By Diana Olick Mortgage interest rates moved to the highest level since 2014 last week, as the Federal Reserve indicated it will more than li...
Mortgage Rates On the Rise: Is It Time to Worry?
Unless you’re one of the fortunate few who plan on using cash to purchase a home, you need to stay aware with what’s going on with the mortgage industry. Mortgage rates are indeed on the rise. But the good news is that they are still at rec...
