Buying a home for the first time? One of the key considerations you'll need to make is just how much 'house' you want to buy. While going minimal might seem like a good idea to save on costs, having a smaller living space can end up cramping your lifestyle in many ways. Let's take a look at three great reasons why your first home should be roomy, spacious and luxurious. You Might End Up With More Family Than You Think Have you considered whether or not you want to have a family? Whether you're a … [Read more...]
Baby on the Way? Learn How to Child-proof Your Home so Your Baby Is Safe From Harm
Do you have a baby on the way? If so, you are likely already wondering how you are supposed to make your home safe from harm. The good news is that with a little work, you'll be able to make your house or apartment that much safer. Let's take a look at how you can child-proof your home in under a few hours. Start With The Baby's Bedroom For the first few months, your baby will be spending a lot of time either sleeping or resting in their crib. You'll want to keep the crib away from any … [Read more...]
Understanding ‘Bridge’ Financing: How to Buy a New Home Before You Sell Your Current One
One of the biggest challenges a homeowner can face when looking to upgrade or move is trying to sell their current home while buying another. If most of your net worth or equity is locked up in your current house, you will need to move it into cash to help fund the purchase of your new home. The alternative is to wait until your home is sold and you receive the funds before trying to buy a new one – but you could end up waiting for months. The great news is that there are bridge financing … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 9, 2017
Fixed mortgage rates rose by two basis points last week as the average rate for a 5/1 adjustable rate mortgage dropped by two basis points. Construction spending returned to positive territory, but job growth dropped in public and private sectors. National unemployment was lower. Construction Spending Rises in August Builders increased construction spending in August after July's reading dipped lower than June's reading. Construction spending rose by 0.50 percent in August, which exceeded … [Read more...]
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