Kitchen redos can be pricey. That means home owners on a budget must be choosy when trying to decide what kitchen projects to tackle first. Continue reading….
Mortgage Rates Reverse Course, Inch Higher
04
Mar
For the first time in two months, mortgage rates edged higher this week. Continue reading….
Do Emojis Have a Place in Real Estate Ads?
04
Mar
Check out this emoji-laced listing description for the most famous address in the country. Can you decipher what it says? Continue reading….
Conventional loan vs. FHA loan: 2022 Rates and guidelines
03
Mar
Comparing the FHA 3.5% downpayment program to the Conventional 97 program which requires 3% down. Analysis, plus complimentary mortgage rate quotes at near the lowest levels of all-time. Continue reading
Where Will Mortgage Rates Go After Friday’s Non-Farm Payrolls Report?
03
Mar
Non-Farm Payrolls releases Friday. Your mortgage rate quote is likely to change. More on the February jobs report and how it can affect your mortgage loan. Continue reading
Gift letter for mortgage: How to give or receive a down payment gift
03
Mar
Step-by-step instructions for accepting a cash downpayment gift on a home, including a ready-to-use gift letter template. Continue reading
7 questions everyone asks about the harp refinance program
03
Mar
The Home Affordable Refinance Program launched in 2009. Seven years later, homeowners still ask the same 7 questions. Get the straight scoop on HARP. Continue reading
CFPB Looks to Expand ‘Rural’ Designated Areas
03
Mar
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced that it is launching a new application process that could add more “rural” areas… Continue reading….
As Market Heats Up, Home Flipping Returns
03
Mar
A growing number of single-family homes and condo sales are from flipped properties, and in some areas, home flipping is even above former 2005… Continue reading….
3 Ways Lenders May Mislead Borrowers
03
Mar
Help your clients be on the lookout for how lenders may sometimes lie to borrowers. Continue reading….
