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FOMC Raises Key Rate, Forecasts 2 Rate Hikes in 2019

FOMC Raises Key Rate, Forecasts 2 Rate Hikes in 2019

During its post-meeting statement, the Federal Open Market Committee of the Federal Reserve announced that its target range for the Fed’s key interest rate would increase one quarter percent to 2.25 to 2.50 percent. While this rate hike was not exp

Dec 27, 2018 |

Home Equity Loan vs. HELOC

Home Equity Loan vs. HELOC

For many people, their home is their largest asset. And its value generally grows over time, producing more equity for the homeowners. How can homeowners make use of this equity without selling their house? A home equity loan or a Home Equity Line of Cred

Dec 26, 2018 | Home Equity Credit

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 24th, 2018

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 24th, 2018

Last week’s economic news included readings from the National Association of Home Builders, Commerce Department readings on housing starts and National Association of Realtors® report on sales of previously-owned homes. Weekly reports on mortga

Dec 25, 2018 |

Big Cities vs. Secondary Markets: Where to Buy?

Big Cities vs. Secondary Markets: Where to Buy?

Atlanta, Charlotte, New York and Los Angeles are always on the real estate radar because of big ticket sales and good media coverage. The secondary markets – those markets without the celebrity undertones – may actually be better deals. With

Dec 22, 2018 |

How To Choose Between Laminate And Hardwood Flooring

How To Choose Between Laminate And Hardwood Flooring

Picking out a new flooring can be exciting. After all, as anyone knows, new flooring in a home or business property can completely change the entire atmosphere. A common question asked by commercial and residential property owners is “Should I go w

Dec 21, 2018 |

How Will Interest Rates Affect the Market in 2019?

How Will Interest Rates Affect the Market in 2019?

Forbes and other reputable publications have predicted a continued rise in interest rates over 2019. The initial shock of the Fed’s action caused a slowdown in real estate markets over the final part of 2018. As the shock wears off, experts are div

Dec 20, 2018 |