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Share of Single American Homeowners Reaches 118-Year High
Posted by Mike Dein - Jun 3, 2020, 9:44 AM
In 2019, single Americans owned 38.4% of US housing stock, the largest…
Market Forecast May 2020
Posted by Mike Dein - May 28, 2020, 9:44 AM
Mortgage rates have not moved significantly in recent weeks, continuing to…
Where Home Prices may be Headed Post-Pandemic
Posted by John Hardy - May 27, 2020, 9:31 AM
As states start to reopen, and people go back to work, most Realtors®…
Former Airbnb Rentals May Soon be For Sale
Posted by John Hardy - May 25, 2020, 9:22 AM
As social distancing continues, many Airbnb owners shift their business…
Build-to-Rent Neighborhoods Popular Among Property Investors
Posted by Mike Dein - May 13, 2020, 9:36 AM
Investors who buy to sell, buy a home for a low price, improve it and sell…
Expanded Unemployment Benefits: What You Need to Know
Posted by Mike Dein - May 11, 2020, 10:55 AM
The CARES Act was passed to expand unemployment benefits to all workers…
Money Moves to Make While Interest Rates are Low
Posted by Mike Dein - May 8, 2020, 8:42 AM
Americans are judging how the economic slowdown will impact their finances.…
Protect Your Credit Score During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Posted by Mike Dein - May 6, 2020, 9:51 AM
According to a TransUnion survey of over 3,000 people, nearly 60% of…
Know Your Options: Forbearance or Refinance?
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 24, 2020, 10:47 AM
Many are experiencing financial hardship due to Covid-19 related closures.…
Read This Before Your Refinance Your Student Loans
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 22, 2020, 9:54 AM
Whether or not you could benefit from a loan refinance, may depend on the…
Coronavirus and Unemployment: What You Need to Know
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 15, 2020, 10:08 AM
Many industries have experienced changes due to the Covid-19 pandemic. If…
4 Signs Your Home’s Value Is Declining
Posted by John Hardy - Apr 13, 2020, 10:23 AM
Your home could be your biggest investment. Even if you are not planning on…
Why a Recession Does Not Mean a Housing Crisis
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 8, 2020, 10:16 AM
As we react to the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, the word “recession”…
Avoid These Costly Refinance Mistakes
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 6, 2020, 10:03 AM
Considering a refinance because you've heard about “historically low…
What the $2 Trillion Stimulus Plan Means for You
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 3, 2020, 11:22 AM
The coronavirus or Covid-19 pandemic has caused a global economic slowdown…
What to Do If You Can’t Make Your Mortgage or Rent Payment
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 1, 2020, 10:59 AM
In times of economic stress, many families may be wondering what to do if…
What You Can Do Now to Set Yourself up Financially Later
Posted by Mike Dein - Mar 30, 2020, 10:10 AM
Here are four things CNBC contributors identified as the most important…
Financial Moves You Can Make During Coronavirus Quarantine
Posted by Mike Dein - Mar 27, 2020, 9:20 AM
Coronavirus news has left a lot of us thinking about our finances. During…
Flexible Ways to Use the FHA Loan
Posted by John Hardy - Mar 25, 2020, 10:50 AM
The FHA Loan is a popular home loan for first-time home buyers because of…
Why the Fed’s Rate Cut Does Not Mean 0% Mortgage Rates
Posted by Mike Dein - Mar 23, 2020, 10:04 AM
Last Sunday the Federal Reserve cut Federal Funds rates to nearly 0%. It…
March Market Forecast: Construction Spending, Mortgage Apps, and More
Posted by Mike Dein - Mar 6, 2020, 9:00 AM
Residential construction specifically jumped 1.4% in December, as strong…
How Paying Off Debt Sets You Up for Financial Success
Posted by Mike Dein - Mar 4, 2020, 8:31 AM
Everyone is trying to spend less and save more, but the key to financial…
What to Know About Buying a Home Near Water
Posted by John Hardy - Mar 3, 2020, 10:25 AM
Many homeowners are still dealing with last year's flood. Here's some good…
9 Million Homeowners Could Save with a Refinance
Posted by Mike Dein - Feb 25, 2020, 8:55 AM
On the fence about a refinance? About 9.4 million homeowners could save an…
Should you look at homes outside your budget?
Posted by John Hardy - Feb 23, 2020, 1:39 PM
Why would you look at homes outside your budget. There are a few reasons…
What can you do about your debt before you buy a home?
Posted by Mike Dein - Feb 12, 2020, 8:53 AM
When you apply for a mortgage, or any other loan or line of credit, your…
Caution: What to Know When Buying a Home in Another Country
Posted by John Hardy - Feb 10, 2020, 3:04 PM
Whether you plan to purchase an international vacation home or move abroad…
How to Accurately Price Your Home for Sale
Posted by John Hardy - Feb 6, 2020, 9:33 AM
Your home has probably appreciated since you bought it but do you know how…
Home Sellers See Record Profits
Posted by Mike Dein - Feb 3, 2020, 1:14 PM
In 2019, sellers netted an average of $65,500, the highest level in 13…
4 Housing Trends to Expect in 2020
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 29, 2020, 11:37 AM
The Federal Open Market Committee met for the first time in 2020 and based…
4 Questions to Answer Before You Refinance Your Mortgage
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 27, 2020, 10:09 AM
A refinance is a new loan that comes a new mortgage and closing costs.…
Market Forecast January 2020
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 24, 2020, 11:02 AM
Market Forecast: FHFA House Price Index, Mortgage Applications, Existing…
Could Densification Give Builders More Space to Build?
Posted by John Hardy - Jan 22, 2020, 9:14 AM
Across the country, home shoppers are competing over a limited homes. That…
3 Surprising Documents You May Need for Your Mortgage Application
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 20, 2020, 10:22 AM
Be prepared before you start your application. Before you apply, gather…
Credit Score Myths You Might Believe
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 17, 2020, 9:45 AM
Typically, a higher credit score shows lenders that you're responsible with…
Rising Childcare Costs Hurt Homeownership
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 15, 2020, 9:33 AM
A major challenge, when it comes to affording a home, is the high cost of…
Housing Market May See An Early Home Buying Season
Posted by John Hardy - Jan 8, 2020, 10:48 AM
Lower rates plus a more stable interest rate environment will likely…
Watch Out for Haphazard Home Renovations
Posted by John Hardy - Jan 2, 2020, 4:39 PM
Buying a home that was recently renovated can be a great find or a big…
Fannie Mae: Upbeat Outlook for New Home Construction in 2020
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 2, 2020, 4:29 PM
Researchers predict single-family housing starts will accelerate 10% in…
What to Expect from the Housing Market in 2020
Posted by John Hardy - Dec 30, 2019, 10:22 AM
Although recession rumors persisted throughout 2019, the economy does not…
Is the home the next family heirloom?
Posted by John Hardy - Dec 27, 2019, 1:17 PM
What do you do if you inherit a house? The three main options, move into…
Cash-Out Refinances Reach 12-Year High
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 26, 2019, 7:06 AM
According to a data analytics firm, refinance volume climbed 132% in the…
End-of-Year Finance Mistakes to Avoid
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 23, 2019, 10:55 AM
Pay attention to finances now or it could cost you next year. Review your…
Gen Z FICO Scores Exceed Millennial FICO Scores
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 18, 2019, 1:30 PM
New data reveals that Generation Z (people born in 1995 and onward) have…
Real Estate Experts Warn Against These Kitchen Trends
Posted by John Hardy - Dec 16, 2019, 1:20 PM
What was hot will soon be not. Watch out granite, quartz is here to stay.
Avoid Debt this Holiday Season
Posted by John Hardy - Dec 13, 2019, 1:32 PM
You want to shower your loved ones with gifts but you don't want the…
What Co-Signing on Someone Else’s Mortgage Means for You
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 11, 2019, 10:09 AM
If you have a good credit and steady income you may be asked to co-sign…
Rental Rates Rise, Especially for Single-Family Homes
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 9, 2019, 10:59 AM
Renters are about to start paying more every month, according to data from…
Buying a Home for the Holidays
Posted by John Hardy - Dec 2, 2019, 10:20 AM
During the holidays, home buying and selling activity tends to slow down,…
5 Home Improvement Trends from the Home Improvement Research Institute
Posted by Mike Dein - Nov 13, 2019, 11:14 AM
Many homeowners are taking advantage of lower mortgage rates to reinvest in…
Seniors Need to Consider the Financial Perspective of Their Home
Posted by aneedham - Nov 11, 2019, 10:43 AM
After years of living independently and countless memories, you’ve made the…
Looking to flip homes? Look in the Midwest!
Posted by John Hardy - Nov 7, 2019, 7:03 AM
Home flipping is one of the ways real estate investors make money. The…
Are you financially prepared for an emergency?
Posted by John Hardy - Nov 4, 2019, 7:42 AM
A study shows that man Americans are unprepared for an emergency like a car…
Expect Bidding Wars this Fall
Posted by John Hardy - Oct 22, 2019, 8:53 AM
After a busy Spring, and two late-in-the-year rate cuts we're expecting an…
Are you making this big money-saving mistakes?
Posted by Mike Dein - Oct 18, 2019, 8:46 AM
While most of us know we are “saving for retirement,” we may forget we are…
Investing in Real Estate vs. Stocks
Posted by Mike Dein - Oct 16, 2019, 8:43 AM
While all investments come with a degree of risk and reward, investing in…
Why School Districts Matter, Even if You Don’t Have School-Age Children
Posted by John Hardy - Oct 9, 2019, 10:32 AM
It will influence the overall value of your home. When it comes time to…
Average Consumer FICO Score Reaches 706
Posted by Mike Dein - Oct 4, 2019, 10:10 AM
If you are getting ready to refinance or buy a new home, find out your…
What Not to Do When the Fed Cuts Interest Rates
Posted by Mike Dein - Oct 2, 2019, 10:01 AM
Lower interest rates mean a lower cost to borrow money, but also a lower…
Did you know your homeowner’s insurance may cover this?
Posted by John Hardy - Sep 27, 2019, 11:13 AM
Did you know your homeowner’s insurance may cover some unexpected hazards…