Buying a Home
14 2025 June
Friday the 13th, Mortgages, and Bond Markets
In Western superstition, the number 13 has been considered unlucky. The exact origins are unknown, but there are several possibilities: Either way, Friday the 13th is now...
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05 2025 June
Why Richmond Is One of America’s Hottest Housing Markets in 2025
If you’ve been watching the real estate market this year, you’ve probably heard Richmond, Virginia, mentioned again and again, for good reason. With home values...
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31 2025 May
To cut or not to cut, that is the question
Fed Policy Debate: Trump Pressures Powell This week saw an important meeting between President Trump and the Federal Reserve (Fed) chairman, Jerome Powell. The topic...
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24 2025 May
Enjoy Your Memorial Day
Before we begin the unofficial start to summer that is the long Memorial Day weekend, let’s examine the economic news from this week. It was...
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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
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 home buying often centers on couples settling...
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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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17 2025 April
The Complete Guide to Bank Statement Loans
In today’s evolving mortgage landscape, traditional loan approval processes aren’t always the best fit, especially for self-employed individuals or those with unique financial circumstances. Bank...
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