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21 2025 May
First Heritage Mortgage Promotes Aaron Simmons to Sales Manager in Columbia, SC
Columbia, SC – May 21, 2025 – First Heritage Mortgage (FHM) is proud to announce the promotion of Aaron Simmons to Sales Manager in the...
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17 2025 May
Lots of Inflation Data This Week
This week began with some positive economic news regarding US-China trade relations. As we discussed in last week’s commentary, progress or even the potential for progress...
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10 2025 May
The Fed is in Wait and See Mode
Federal Reserve Meeting: No Rate Cuts Yet This week was highlighted by the Federal Reserve (Fed) Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Not surprisingly but still a...
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08 2025 May
Single and Ready to Buy: How to Buy a Home as a Single Person
Homeownership is a significant milestone, and achieving it independently is both empowering and rewarding. The common narrative around homebuying often centers on couples settling down...
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03 2025 May
BLS Does it Again
Market Shock: BLS Beats Expectations Again Albert Einstein said, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.”...
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29 2025 April
First Heritage Mortgage Earns Prestigious Ranking Among Nation’s Top Mortgage Companies
FAIRFAX, VA — April 29, 2025 – First Heritage Mortgage (FHM) is proud to announce its placement at #25 on Mortgage Executive Magazine’s prestigious list...
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26 2025 April
Economic Reports Matter Again
Over the last couple weeks, all eyes in financial markets have been glued to the daily events surrounding tariffs. That is still continuing but markets appear...
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24 2025 April
Consolidate Debt and Take Control: How Refinancing Your Mortgage Can Be the Smartest Move You Make This Year
You’re not alone if high-interest debt is eating away at your monthly budget. With credit card rates hovering near record highs, the cost of living...
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19 2025 April
Holiday Week Still Delivers Market Impact
Holiday Week Still Delivers Market Impact This week was shortened due to Good Friday, Passover, and Easter holiday closures. Markets closed early at 2 PM on Thursday and remained...
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