If you have a good credit history and are prepared to invest in a home, you may be feeling pretty confident about the mortgage process. However, it's important to be aware that there are things that can have a negative impact on your application. Whether you've just submitted your documents or are getting close to it, here are some things you may want to avoid. Acquiring New Credit It may seem silly that something as minor as a new credit card can be a mark against your credit, but applying for … [Read more...]
What To Do Before Interest Rates Rise
Mortgage rates are still low, but they are going up. This is creating a rush of people looking to buy homes before interest rates rise again. While it is difficult to predict when rates will go up again, it is hard for rates to go any lower. Homeowners and buyers need to act now before rates go up. What should homeowners do before rates rise? Sell Now While Rates Are Low Anyone who is thinking about selling their house should make every effort to do so now before rates go up again. … [Read more...]
The Top Tips for Saving Money On Energy Bills
There are many homeowners who are looking for ways to reduce their monthly expenses. One way to do that is to target energy bills and expenditures. Homeowners might be able to make a few changes and upgrades to their homes, which could reduce utility bills and improve energy efficiency. What are a few ways to do exactly that? Consider Making The Switch To LED Lights One of the first changes homeowners might want to make is to switch to LED lights. LED lights are newer lights that can last many … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 9, 2021
Last week’s economic reporting included readings on construction spending, consumer sentiment, labor sector reports on public and private sector jobs, and national unemployment. Weekly readings for mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. Residential Sector Drove June Construction Spending Construction spending rose by 0.10 percent in June according to the Commerce Department. Analysts expected spending to increase by 0.50 percent, but builders spent less on public sector and … [Read more...]
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