HELOC — Home Equity Line of Credit
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December 12, 2023
A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is a distinctive financial tool in the mortgage world that offers homeowners a flexible way to access funds. Understanding how a HELOC works […]
Jobs Report Breakdown
30 Second Market Update
December 11, 2023
At the beginning of every month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) releases its Employment Situation or Jobs Report, The Establishment Survey, and the Household Survey. The Establishment Survey is […]
Reverse Mortgages
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December 05, 2023
A reverse mortgage is a unique financial product designed primarily for homeowners aged 62 and older, offering them a way to convert part of the equity in their homes into […]
Home Price Appreciation Continuing to Stay Strong
30 Second Market Update
December 04, 2023
The latest home appreciation reports were recently released, and they both showed home price appreciation is continuing. The September Case Shiller Home Price Index, which is seen as the most […]
What is a USDA Loan?
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December 01, 2023
A USDA home loan is a zero down payment mortgage for home buyers in eligible towns and rural areas. Because USDA loans allow for a $0 down payment, they can […]
Cooling Inflation Bodes Well for Mortgage Rates Going Forward
30 Second Market Update
November 27, 2023
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its inflation data, and it showed that the October Consumer Price Index (CPI) was flat for the month, but one-tenth lower than estimates […]
Are You Thinking About Buying a Home?
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November 20, 2023
So, you’re thinking about purchasing a home, now what? Deciding whether you’re ready to buy a home is a major decision and can feel overwhelming. We’re here to help with […]
Mortgage Applications Reach Five-Week High
30 Second Market Update
November 20, 2023
According to The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), mortgage applications increased last week as mortgage interest rates continued to fall from their highest level in 23 years. The MBA said its […]
What are Discount Points?
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November 15, 2023
When you are purchasing or refinancing a home, your lender will quote you an interest rate for your loan. The interest rate will affect your monthly mortgage payment, so it’s […]
Don’t Mess With Your Credit
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November 13, 2023
You have been dreaming about owning your own home for years and now that you have found the perfect home, don’t lose it by messing with your credit. Closing on […]
Mortgage Rate Improvement
30 Second Market Update
November 13, 2023
Over the last few weeks, we have seen interest rates decline slightly. What has been the catalyst to help rates improve? Let’s take a quick look. Interest rates are heavily […]
What is Escrow?
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November 11, 2023
Going through the mortgage process, you’re bound to hear a few terms that make you say “What in the world is that?” One of these things might be an escrow […]
