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Should I Shorten My Mortgage Term, Important Factors To Consider

January 12, 2021 by Rilian Ball

When you first bought your home a few years ago, perhaps you started off with a 30 year mortgage. Now, you are considering refinancing and changing it to a 20 year or even a 15 year mortgage. Shortening your mortgage term and refinancing can be a smart financial move, but before you make this decision there are a number of factors that you should consider. Switching to a shorter mortgage will mean that your monthly payments will be higher, but you will be 100% paid off much sooner and you will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Tips, Mortgage Rates, Refinancing

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 11, 2021

January 11, 2021 by Rilian Ball

Last week’s economic reports included readings on construction spending and reports on the national unemployment rate and job growth. Weekly reporting on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also published. Construction Spending Increases as Demand for Homes Rises Homebuilders responded to increased demand for single-family homes and increased their spending in November. Construction spending rose by 0.90 percent as compared to projected spending of 1.10 percent and  1.60 percent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobs Numbers, Unemployment

Three Subtle Painting Tricks That Will Make Your Home Look Amazing

January 8, 2021 by Rilian Ball

When it comes to painting the walls of a house, sometimes subtle is best. You want to add design, color, and texture to the walls, but you don't want it jarring to the eyes. Here are three subtle painting techniques you can try on your home walls. Tissue Paper Texture One easy way to add texture to walls is to use tissue paper. You apply the tissue paper to the walls and it stays there until you want something new. Crumple up a piece of tissue paper into a tight ball and then open it up and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around the Home, Home Maintenance, Upgrades and Renovations

When Is The Best Time Of Year To Buy Things For A Home

January 7, 2021 by Rilian Ball

For those who are trying to buy things for their home, it is important to think carefully. Nobody wants to overpay; however, reaching for something cheap may simply end up getting replaced quickly. There are a few highlights that everyone should consider purchasing for their home in January! Purchase Some Furniture In January First, everyone has to make sure they think about buying furniture either in January or July. A lot of furniture manufacturers provide retail stores with new pieces in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Home Improvement, January Purchases, Mortgage

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