Buying a Home
08 2025 February
Jobs Being Drowned by Politics
From golden pagers given as gifts from Israel to US President Trump, to over 60,000 US Civil Service members agreeing to mass layoffs, this week...
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30 2025 January
What is a DSCR Loan?
If you’re a real estate investor looking to expand your portfolio or purchase your next rental property, you’ve likely encountered the term “DSCR loan.” But...
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11 2025 January
Employment Hurts Rates
This week was jam-packed with economic reports despite being shortened on Thursday due to the funeral of President Jimmy Carter. JOLTS: More Job Openings, Lower...
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04 2025 January
Welcome to 2025
This was another holiday-shortened week that saw only small movement in the bond and interest rate markets: Chicago Purchasing Managers Index: Bad News for Manufacturing...
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21 2024 December
End of the Year 2024
This week we saw mortgage rates pushing to the highs of the year that were seen in July. Freddie Mac’s average interest rate was 6.85%. ...
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05 2024 December
How to Refinance Your ARM Into a Fixed-Rate Mortgage
If you started your homeownership journey with an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM), you’re not alone. ARMs can be an appealing choice due to their lower initial...
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10 2024 October
How to Protect Yourself from Real Estate Scams
Buying or refinancing a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you’ll ever make. Unfortunately, real estate scams are increasingly common and can...
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12 2024 September
Co-Borrower vs. Co-Signer: Which One is Right for You?
It is no secret that buying a home is a significant life decision. Once you’ve done your research, gotten prepared, and are ready to take...
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29 2024 August
4 Ways to Prep Your Home for the School Year
The back-to-school season brings a whirlwind of excitement and activity! While you’re busy shopping for school supplies and planning your new schedules, you’ll want to...
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