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Real Estate Terminology 101: What Exactly Is A “Buyer’s Market”?

Real Estate Terminology 101: What Exactly Is A “Buyer’s Market”?

If you’ve been following the real estate and mortgage industry for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the phrase “buyer’s market” at some point. And although the meaning may seem apparent, it takes some study to under

Aug 13, 2015 |

Will Missing Mortgage Payments Impact My FICO Score? Yes – and Here’s How

Will Missing Mortgage Payments Impact My FICO Score? Yes – and Here’s How

If you’re like most homeowners, you probably believe that one missed mortgage payment won’t have a noticeable impact on your FICO score. People get behind now and then, and besides, you’ve been faithfully making payments on time for yea

Aug 12, 2015 |

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 10, 2015

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 10, 2015

This week’s scheduled economic news includes reports on construction spending, a survey of senior loan officers, and reports on labor markets including ADP private sector jobs, the federal government’s reports on non-farm payrolls, core infla

Aug 11, 2015 |

Tiny, but Cozy: 3 Ways to Furnish Small Spaces to Make Them Feel Much Larger

Tiny, but Cozy: 3 Ways to Furnish Small Spaces to Make Them Feel Much Larger

When decorating a small space, there is a general desire to make the space look and feel larger than it is while also meeting basic functional needs in the room. For example, there may be a need to accommodate seating for a number of people in a living r

Aug 08, 2015 |

3 Closing Costs That Most Buyers Forget to Factor in and What You Can Expect to Pay

3 Closing Costs That Most Buyers Forget to Factor in and What You Can Expect to Pay

If you’re in the process of buying a home, you probably have your deposit and monthly mortgage charges in a spreadsheet, along with a chart of your other expenses and your monthly income. But when it comes to buying a home, there are lots of differ

Aug 07, 2015 |

The Down Payment: Four Great Reasons To Make The Largest Down Payment You Can Afford

The Down Payment: Four Great Reasons To Make The Largest Down Payment You Can Afford

If you’re looking for a new home, you’ve probably heard lots of advice about down payments. About how it’s okay to just have a five percent down payment – you’ll still get approved. About how you should make the down payment

Aug 06, 2015 |