Last week’s economic news included multiple reports on housing and the labor sector. The good news is that job markets appear to be stronger, with new jobless claims and the national unemployment rate lower.
Setting Your Budget: How to Analyze Your Finances to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford
In today’s post we’ll take a look at a few ways that you can analyze your financial situation to help decide how much mortgage you can truly afford.
Selling to Millennials: Three High-Tech Upgrades That Will Increase Your Home’s Appeal to Young Buyers
While there are several high-tech upgrades you can make on your home, these three will appeal the most to young homebuyers.
National Association of Realtors, Existing Home Sales Slip in August
Sales of previously owned homes fell in August according to the National Association of REALTORS. This was the first decline in sales in five months. Although not welcome news to homeowners and real estate pros, there is good news…
House Hunting: Watch for These Five Small Signs That Can Indicate Much Bigger Problems with a Home
Itâs not uncommon for homebuyers to recount horror stories about properties that appeared to be fine at first glance, but were actually hiding very expensive problems.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Sept 22, 2014
Last week’s economic news largely concerned the Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting statement and a post-meeting conference given by Fed Chair Janet Yellen. The FOMC statement indicated that the Fed continued its wind-down of Treasury and mortgage-backed securities and that its purchases are expected to cease after the next FOMC meeting.
Federal Open Market Committee, Fed Chair: No Rush to Raise Rates
Wednesday’s customary post-meeting statement issued by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) of the Federal Reserve provided some relief to investors and analysts concerned that the Fed may soon raise its target federal funds rate.
Thinking About a New Floor? Five Excellent Reasons to Choose Hardwood Flooring when Remodeling
A new hardwood floor will give your home an impressive look and prevent scratches and stains. Here are five very good reasons why you should consider a hardwood floor for your next remodeling project.
It’s Not Just for Cooking! Five Excellent Uses for Olive Oil That Don’t Involve a Stove
Olive oil contains heart-healthy fats, making it a great choice for those concerned about a healthy diet. However, this amazing oil also can be used to solve a variety of household and beauty problems.
Roof Restoration 101: Preparing Your Roof for the Harsh Winter – and when to Call in Professional Help
One of the best steps that you can take now while the weather is warm is to restore your roof to prepare for the harsh winter ahead. Here are some steps you can take to winterize your roof before the weather gets colder.