Refinancing a mortgage is a great way to take advantage of historically low interest rates or change your payment terms to be more affordable. And with interest rates at historical lows, there's never been a better time to refinance your mortgage. If you're planning to refinance your mortgage this winter, though, you'll want to make sure you get the best possible deal. How can you make sure that your mortgage works for you, and not the other way around? Here's what you need to know. Know What … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 14, 2015
Last week's scheduled economic releases included reports on job openings, retail sales and consumer confidence in addition to usual weekly releases on mortgage rates and new jobless claims. The details: According to the U.S. Labor Department, job openings were down 2.70 percent in October to a reading of 5.38 million as compared to September's reading of 5.50 million job openings and the all-time high reading of 5.67 million job openings in July. October's reading was the third highest since the … [Read more...]
Moving to a New Home? Use These Websites and Apps to Research Potential Neighborhoods
Relocating to a new city? Thinking about moving to a new neighborhood? While word of mouth from friends and family is valuable, sometimes it's necessary to get a different perspective. With the advancement of technology, it's now possible to research new neighborhoods without getting up off the couch. Here are some websites and apps that have proven invaluable with researching new areas: Use The Forums On City-Data For Exact Answers While city-data.com is a valuable resource for people who are … [Read more...]
Yes, It’s True: Mortgage Closing Costs Are Down. Here’s How You Can Take Advantage
Mortgage closing costs have been coming down in recent years, which is good news for buyers. But if you're buying a home in the near future, you'll want to ensure you're prepared to take full advantage of these lower fees - after all, keeping more money in your pocket is always good. When you close on your mortgage, take these three steps and you'll find that you'll pay far less in closing fees than most buyers would. Ask The Seller To Pay Some Of The Closing Costs In most situations, the buyer … [Read more...]
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