Updated June 13, 2019 The U.S. Federal Reserve and mortgage rates have a very close relationship, although two concepts exist about mortgages that many people, […]
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Millennial Homebuyers Save for Down Payments from Paychecks
72% of millennial homebuyers are funding their down payment the old-fashioned way: saving from regular paychecks. Twenty-four percent of millennial homebuyers took a second job […]
Renting vs. buying a home: Which is right for you?
Renting vs. buying a home is a big decision, and there are pros and cons to each option. In fact, a higher percentage of U.S. […]
Tips on How to Get The Best Mortgage
Best Mortgage Rate Tips Getting the best rate on your mortgage is a major concern for any home buyer. Everyone wants to get the lowest mortgage interest rate […]
SOLD – 552 Summerset Dr Rio Vista
Represented Seller. This charming Grand Bank features a delightful combination of tile, laminate, and custom carpeted flooring, open kitchen with custom tile counters, family room […]
Greater Affordability Revives Pending Home Sales
Pending home sales bounced back in May from a dip the previous month, a sign that home buyers are returning to the market as lower borrowing costs […]
Watch Out, First-Time Buyers: ‘Mom-and-Pop’ Investors Are Swooping In
Homeowners are deepening their belief that now is the right time to sell, according to NAR’s latest HOME Survey. Home purchasing activity among investors has […]
Mortgage rates slip, as mortgage applications surge
The benchmark 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell this week to 4.04 percent from 4.06 percent, according to Bankrate’s weekly survey of large lenders. As rates move […]
Tax Reform May Be Making Renters Ready to Buy
Renters are unlocking savings on their federal taxes, and a real estate watchdog believes that will translate into greater home sales. The Tax Cuts and […]
Average Homeowners Gained $6,400 in Equity in First Quarter
U.S. homeowners who have a mortgage saw their equity increase by 5.6% over the past year, according to the Home Equity Report, released Thursday by […]