Whether it’s to consolidate debt or make funds available for a home renovation, many people consider a second mortgage in order ...
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With low interest rates and uncertainty as to where the real estate market will be in the next ...
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Last week’s economic reports included readings from the National Association of Home Builders, Commerce Department readings on housing starts and building permits and weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.
NAHB Housing Market Index Rises, Exceeds Expectations
Builder Sentiment rose two points in May, which exceeded expectations ...
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From ‘down payment’ to ‘adjustable rate’ to ‘debt-to-income’ ratio, there are so many terms involved in the mortgage process that it can ...
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Suffering in a ‘Low Inventory’ Real Estate Market? 3 Helpful Tips for Finding a Home to Buy
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Many homebuyers struggle with finding a home that is within their price range, but ...
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NAHB: Home Builder Confidence Rises in May
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The National Association of Homebuilders reported a two-point increase in builder confidence in May. The NAHB Housing Market Index reading increased from 68 in April to 70, which was the second-highest reading since the economic recovery started. May’s reading exceeded analyst expectations of a flat reading for ...
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Whether you’re going on an extended holiday or are just concerned about security in your neighborhood, you might be curious about the best ways to pursue ...
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Last week’s economic reports included readings on inflation and core inflation, retail sales and consumer sentiment. Weekly reports on new jobless claims and mortgage rates were also released.
Inflation, Retail Sales Higher in April
April inflation grew by 0.20 percent as expected. Core inflation, which excludes volatile food and ...
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It’s easy to get Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) confused with homeowners’ insurance, but PMI is an entirely different thing that ...
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The mortgage application process can be fraught with a lot of stress on its own, but if you’ve experienced issues ...
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