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Uncategorized May 18, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news 10 things that can help raise your credit score 100 points http://www.gobankingrates.com/personal-finance/10-things-can-2015-raise-credit-score-100-points/ Study finds student debt not keeping new college grads from becoming home owners http://www.cnbc.com/id/102672007 10 terms every homebuyer should know https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/fi-library/fi-library-mortgages/10-terms-homebuyer/   REAL ESTATE news 5 new home trends for 2015 http://fortune.com/2015/05/13/home-trends-2015/ Textiles bring midcentury-modern style home http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/home/right-at-home-textiles-bring-midcentury-modern-style-home/2015/05/12/9e5187c2-f8aa-11e4-a47c-e56f4db884ed_story.html Slick […]
Uncategorized May 15, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Average rate on a 30-year mortgage rises to 3.8 percent http://www.usnews.com/news/business/articles/2015/05/07/average-us-rate-on-30-year-mortgage-rises-to-38-percent Mortgage rates move higher for second week in a row http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/where-we-live/wp/2015/05/07/mortgage-rates-move-higher-for-second-week-in-a-row-2/ Things to consider if you plan to dip into your 401K to help with a home purchase https://www.mainstreet.com/article/dipping-into-your-401k-to-finance-the-purchase-of-a-home-is-a-tricky-decision/page/4   REAL ESTATE news Number of $100 million homes surges in […]
Uncategorized April 27, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Average 30-year mortgage rates down slightly http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/average-us-rate-30-year-mortgage-slips-365-30526629 Time to refinance with mortgage rates still at historic lows? http://www.washingtonpost.com/realestate/with-mortgage-rates-at-historic-lows-should-you-consider-refinancing/2015/04/23/32eb4f02-e2b3-11e4-b510-962fcfabc310_story.html 6 things new homeowners waste money on http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/my-money/2015/04/21/6-things-new-homeowners-waste-money-on Millennials facing more difficulty achieving financial goals, more likely to lean on parents for financial assistance [VIDEO] http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2015/04/21/millennials-getting-help-from-parents/25812211/   REAL ESTATE news U.S. home sales […]
Uncategorized April 20, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Tips for parents considering helping their child buy a home http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/tips-for-parents-considering-helping-their-child-buy-a-home/ar-AAb68Qx How the housing market is changing to meet the needs of Millennials https://www.mainstreet.com/article/how-the-housing-market-is-changing-to-meet-millennials-where-theyre-at 12 tips for spring home buying in a seller’s market http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/2015/04/13/12-tips-for-spring-homebuying-in-a-sellers-market House approves legislation to ease rules on home loans http://www.king5.com/story/money/markets/real-estate/2015/04/15/house-approves-legislation-to-ease-rules-on-home-loans/25812687/   REAL ESTATE news Earth Day: […]
Uncategorized April 13, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news 7 Baby Boomer housing trends to watch http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/on-retirement/2015/04/06/7-baby-boomer-housing-trends-to-watch 7 tips to guide first time homebuyers through the process https://www.mainstreet.com/article/7-tips-to-guide-first-time-homebuyers-through-the-process/page/5 Millennials start to shift to homeownership as rents soar http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-03-25/millennials-start-shift-to-homeownership-as-rents-soar   REAL ESTATE news Rug buying 101 http://www.komonews.com/seattlerefined/the-home/Rug-Buying-101-297198331.html Updating your bathroom in the digital age http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/smart%20home/2013/12/20/smart-home-easy-bathroom-projects/4040807/ Tiny homes are full of big […]
Uncategorized April 6, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news 7 apps to help you manage your money http://www.businessinsider.com/7-best-personal-finance-apps-2015-3?op=1 Smart saving and spending tips as you approach retirement http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2015/03/23/retirement-savings-advice-from-pros/24441301/ 4 things you can do now to reduce your taxes for 2016 http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2015/04/05/nerdwallet-2016-tax-moves-to-make-now/70853776/   REAL ESTATE news Spring trends in kitchens and baths http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/2015/03/31/spring-remodeling-trends-in-kitchens-and-baths Porsche Tower, Armani Casa, Fendi Chateau: Designer labels […]
Uncategorized March 30, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Finally a seller’s market for Gen Xers http://www.forbes.com/sites/annabahney/2015/03/16/its-finally-a-sellers-market-for-gen-x/ 4 reasons to sell your home now http://money.cnn.com/2015/03/25/real_estate/sell-home-real-estate/index.html?iid=SF_PF_River Millennials on deck to become homeowners as rents soar http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-03-25/millennials-start-shift-to-homeownership-as-rents-soar   REAL ESTATE news 7 home decor trends you may be doing wrong http://www.huffingtonpost.com/hometalk/7-more-home-decor-trends_b_6902076.html 4 DIY tips for boosting curb appeal http://www.king5.com/story/news/features/2015/03/27/4-diy-tips-for-boosting-curb-appeal/70545616/   LOCAL news  […]
Uncategorized March 24, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Average US 30 year mortgage rate falls to 3.78 percent http://bigstory.ap.org/article/4a68ad3d8e764e9bbf697a45a636e991/average-us-rate-30-year-mortgage-falls-378-percent Is your FICO score out of whack? http://mynorthwest.com/800/2732123/Plan-on-writing-credit-bureau-to-clear-up-problem How much (or little) the middle class makes in 30 U.S. cities http://www.npr.org/blogs/money/2015/03/19/394057221/how-much-or-little-the-middle-class-makes-in-30-u-s-cities Secrets to budgeting for home purchase http://www.chron.com/news/article/Mortgage-There-are-secrets-to-budgeting-for-home-6132256.php    REAL ESTATE news 14 sneaky mistakes that can decrease your home’s […]
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Uncategorized March 17, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news How to prepare your credit for a mortgage http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/my-money/2015/03/12/how-to-prepare-your-credit-for-a-mortgage Millennials account for largest share of home purchases last year http://www.marketwatch.com/story/millennials-accounted-for-largest-share-of-home-purchases-last-year-2015-03-11 Americans gear up for strong home buying spring http://www.thefiscaltimes.com/2015/03/10/Americans-Gear-Strong-Home-Buying-Spring   REAL ESTATE news Adding color to your home this spring http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/after-this-harsh-white-winter-we-need-color-here-are-some-tips/2015/03/10/302e0c16-bc73-11e4-8668-4e7ba8439ca6_story.html Design trends for 2015 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/domino/2015-design-trends_b_6800820.html 7 best home improvements $500 […]
Uncategorized March 10, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Insider tips for homebuyers and sellers http://www.komonews.com/news/consumer/Insider-tips-for-home-buyers-and-sellers-293072771.html Millennials on the homeownership path http://www.nytimes.com/2015/03/08/realestate/millennials-on-the-homeownership-path.html 30-year mortgage rate drops to 3.75% http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/average-us-rate-on-30-year-mortgage-drops-to-375-percent/ar-BBigHsm U.S. economy adds 295,000 jobs in February, unemployment at 7 year low [VIDEO] http://money.cnn.com/2015/03/06/news/economy/february-jobs-295000-us-economy/index.html 4 secrets to budgeting for a home purchase http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/4-secrets-to-budgeting-for-a-home-purchase-1.aspx   REAL ESTATE news McMansions are back, bigger […]
Uncategorized March 3, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Requirements for mortgages are easing http://www.seattletimes.com/business/requirements-for-mortgages-are-easing/ What you need to earn to afford a home in 27 U.S. cities http://money.cnn.com/infographic/real_estate/what-you-need-to-earn-to-afford-a-home/?iid=SF_PF_River Why first-time homebuyers will make a comeback in 2015 http://fortune.com/2015/02/23/why-first-time-homebuyers-will-make-a-comeback-in-2015/   REAL ESTATE news Pending home sales hit highest level in 1.5 years http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/pending-home-sales-hit-highest-level-in-15-years/ar-BBi2J6t 5 ways spring home sellers can gain […]
Uncategorized February 23, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news How to buy a home when you can’t afford one http://money.cnn.com/2015/02/20/real_estate/vermont-housing-trust/index.html Housing turning point seen in U.S. first-time buyers http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-02-18/housing-turning-point-seen-in-u-s-first-time-buyers 8 money lessons to learn before you turn 40 http://blog.credit.com/2015/02/8-money-lessons-to-learn-before-you-turn-40-109111/   REAL ESTATE news Paul McCartney’s childhood home up for auction [VIDEO] http://www.cnbc.com/id/102434093 Home automation comes of age http://www.wsj.com/articles/home-automation-comes-of-age-1424193505 Micro apartment […]
Uncategorized February 17, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Many Millennials choosing mortgage before marriage  http://www.heraldonline.com/2015/02/13/6795811/redfin-survey-many-millennials.html 10 terms first-time homebuyers should know http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/2015/02/10/10-terms-first-time-homebuyers-should-know   Advice for Millennial homebuyers in 2015 http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2015/02/15/millennials-become-homeowners-2015/23171719/  Homeowner tax breaks probably safe despite moves in Congress http://www.latimes.com/business/realestate/la-fi-harney-20150215-story.html   REAL ESTATE news Avocado making a comeback in home décor http://mynorthwest.com/800/2699751/Gray-is-here-to-stay-avocado-making-a-comeback 5 ways to boost your home value before […]
Uncategorized February 10, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news “Prodigal” Millennials jump into the mortgage market http://seattletimes.com/html/businesstechnology/2025550803_bizharney01xml.html?prmid=4917 Average 30-year mortgage falls to 3.59 percent http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2015/02/05/mortgage-rates/22953449/ 3 reasons to refinance now http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/2015/02/05/3-reasons-to-refinance-now   REAL ESTATE news 10 things to look forward to in 2015 [CLICK ON SLIDESHOW] http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/savingandinvesting/10-things-to-look-forward-to-in-2015/ss-BBhkeNb#image=1 More home buyers may be trading up this spring http://time.com/money/3681300/housing-market-trade-up/ 10 popular home […]
Uncategorized February 2, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news Average U.S. mortgage rises to 3.66 percent http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate1/average-us-rate-on-30-year-mortgage-rises-to-366-pct/ar-AA8Jn2C Better U.S. housing market makes it easier to trade up http://www.reuters.com/article/2015/01/23/us-mortgages-housing-tradeups-idUSKBN0KW1GO20150123 Homeowners who lost homes during housing crisis poised to become buyers again http://time.com/money/3683843/housing-crash-boomerang-buyers/ Home prices still rising, but more slowly http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/home-prices-still-rising-but-at-slower-pace-sandp-case-shiller-shows/ar-AA8DDBB What to buy in February http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/spendingandborrowing/what-to-buy-in-february/ss-AA8BADl   REAL ESTATE news New […]
Uncategorized January 27, 2015 MORTGAGE & FINANCE news It’s time to think about refinancing http://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/20/upshot/its-time-to-think-about-refinancing-your-mortgage.html?_r=0&abt=0002&abg=1 Rates falling, refis up http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-mortgage-rates-dip-0116-biz–20150115-story.html Average 30-year mortgage rate falls http://www.komonews.com/news/business/Average-rate-on-30-year-mortgage-falls-to-363-percent-289494341.html Check interest rates for your situation with new tool from consumerfinance.gov http://www.consumerfinance.gov/owning-a-home/check-rates/ Why 5% mortgage rates are still a ways off http://blog.credit.com/2015/01/5-mortgage-rates-are-still-a-ways-off-106478/   REAL ESTATE news Tips for hosting the perfect open house […]
Uncategorized January 12, 2015 Check out these articles for great information about our community and the real estate industry MORTGAGE & FINANCE news U.S. Housing Administration to lower mortgage insurance premium rates to spur buying http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/obama-reduce-fha-mortgage-premium-rate-spur-buying-28062284 Millinnials to dominate the housing market in 2015 https://homes.yahoo.com/news/millennials-are-moving-in–under-35-homeowners-to-dominate-the-housing-market-next-year-210147425.html  Where will interest rates go in 2015? http://www.komonews.com/news/business/Where-will-mortgage-rates-go-in-2015-287960741.html How lower oil prices could fuel […]
Uncategorized January 05, 2015 Check out these articles for great information about our community and the real estate industry!   MORTGAGE & FINANCE news The economy grew 5 percent in Q3 2014, looks to be sustainable in 2015 http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2014/12/23/the-boom-is-here-the-economy-just-grew-5-percent-and-its-not-going-to-stop/ After defying all forecasts in 2014, what’s ahead for mortgage rates in 2015? http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-mortgage-rate-forecasts-20150102-story.html A few reasons why 2015 will […]