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Hard Inquiry vs. Soft Inquiry — What’s the Difference?

July 17, 2024 by Rilian Ball

Knowing the difference between a hard inquiry vs soft inquiry can help you maintain a good credit score. Here's what you need to know. Most people know that your credit score can drop if you miss a payment or have a new collection filed against you. But how about when you apply for new credit? Yes, a credit application will trigger a “hard inquiry” on your report, which can have an impact on your credit score. Here’s what to know about hard inquiries, and how they compare with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Credit Scoring Tagged With: Credit Score, Credit Tips, Hard Inquiry

Understanding Warrantable vs. Non-Warrantable When Purchasing a Condo

July 16, 2024 by Rilian Ball

When you're shopping for a condo, there's a bit more on your plate than just the typical homebuying concerns like credit scores, interest rates, and loan programs. A crucial aspect is understanding the role of the Homeowners' Association (HOA) and whether the condo is warrantable or non-warrantable. This distinction can significantly impact your mortgage process and future as a condo owner. Warrantable Condos: What You Need to Know A condo is considered warrantable if it meets the standards set … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Condo Buying, Home Buying, Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 15th, 2024

July 15, 2024 by Rilian Ball

With lofty expectations, the CPI delivered a lower-than-expected inflation increase, leading to a positive uptake across many lending partners and markets. However, the PPI was on the opposite end of that, with a higher-than-expected inflation rate increase, muting the positive response from the CPI data release. The outlook for a rate cut this year has changed, making the potential for it highly likely. Even Jerome Powell, who usually has a more hawkish response regarding rate cuts, is now … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 15th, 2024

July 15, 2024 by Rilian Ball

With lofty expectations, the CPI delivered a lower-than-expected inflation increase, leading to a positive uptake across many lending partners and markets. However, the PPI was on the opposite end of that, with a higher-than-expected inflation rate increase, muting the positive response from the CPI data release. The outlook for a rate cut this year has changed, making the potential for it highly likely. Even Jerome Powell, who usually has a more hawkish response regarding rate cuts, is now … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

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