An adjustable-rate mortgage was once a great mortgage product, at a time when home buyers wanted to avoid locking in high interest rates. But with historically low interest rates now available to millions of buyers and rates expected to rise in 2017, lots of mortgage holders are trying to find a deal and negotiate better terms before rates go up. One great way to save on mortgage costs is to refinance your adjustable-rate mortgage. So how can you make a mortgage refinance work for you? Here are … [Read more...]
3 Ikea Hacks That Can Be Done in a Weekend’s Time
Whether you're moving into your first apartment or preparing to purchase a second home, Ikea is a favorite for those trying to economically fill up the extra space in their home. While Ikea may have plenty of inexpensive options that you might not think can be dressed up, there are actually a lot of simple pieces that you can add to for a stylish, DIY look that will take no time at all. Cue The Cocktails The popularity of the bar cart has seen a resurgence, but many of these decorative pieces … [Read more...]
How Are Mortgage Rates Determined?
If you've been paying attention to the mortgage rate news, you may be wondering exactly how it is banks decide what mortgage rates to offer. Do they just pick a number at random? Mortgage rates may seem somewhat arbitrary, but there's actually something of a science to them. So how does your bank or lender determine what your interest rate will be? Here are just some of the factors that go into the equation. Rates Always Account For Inflation First and foremost, every mortgage interest rate … [Read more...]
How to Determine the Price of Your Home for Sale
Many people rely on the price they paid for their home as a starting point for selling, but with the ever-shifting tides of the real estate market, the price paid is not always the best metric to go by. If you're putting your home up for sale and are looking for the ideal price point, here are some ways you can arrive at a number that will keep potential buyers interested. Check Out Your Neighborhood Your house may have a lot of different features than the homes of your neighbors, but checking … [Read more...]
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