It's often so exciting to think of buying a new home that homeowners forget about the sale, but there are a lot of details involved in putting a home on the market. Whether you're just considering selling or are readying to put your home up, here are some things you might not know about the process. Marketing Strategy Is Important The days of putting a sign on the front yard and waiting for buyers are gone, so it's important to have a strategy that will successfully highlight your house. Whether … [Read more...]
Did You Know: 3 Reasons Why Mortgage Pre-approval Should Be Your Very First Step
There are so many details involved in the mortgage process that you may not be aware of what pre-approval is if you've just entered the market. However, pre-approval assesses your ability to make monthly mortgage payments and can be an important first step in the home-buying process. If you're currently contemplating a home purchase, here's why you may want to consider pre-approval first. Improved Agent Attention It may be a lesser-known fact, but it's often the case that many real estate agents … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 21, 2017
Last week's economic releases included readings on housing starts, building permits issued and the National Association of Home Builders/ Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Fed Chair Janet Yellen testified before the House Finance Committee and consumer spending and core consumer spending reports were also released. Mortgage rates and new jobless claims were little changed week-to-week. Home Builder Sentiment Slows as Industry Faces Obstacles NAHB reported lower reading for its January Housing … [Read more...]
Call in the Pros: 4 Ways That Using a Mortgage Professional Will Save You a Lot of Money
It may seem better to go it alone when it comes to acquiring a mortgage, but there are many benefits associated with using a mortgage professional that can make finding your dream home a lot easier. If you're currently getting prepared to hit the market and are weighing your options, here are some reasons that a professional who knows the neighborhood will save you money. Strong Market Knowledge Many homebuyers can take a look at the MLS listings to find the price of properties selling in the … [Read more...]
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