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4 Tips for Buying a Home in a Busy Market
Posted by John Hardy - Jun 30, 2021, 9:21 AM
With the hot real estate market, it might take you longer to find a home,…
What Lies Ahead for the FHFA?
Posted by John Hardy - Jun 28, 2021, 10:58 AM
It was a busy week for the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). On…
How Long Will High Lumber Prices Last?
Posted by John Hardy - May 17, 2021, 8:38 AM
If lumber prices continue to rise, construction projects could be delayed,…
Money Moves to Make When Interest Rates Are Low
Posted by Mike Dein - May 3, 2021, 8:41 AM
Want to take advantage of low rates, now is the time. Don’t know where to…
3 Major Updates to Biden’s Home Buyer Assistance Bill
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 28, 2021, 9:49 AM
Initially, the credit was designed to help families buy their first homes…
4 Ways the Housing Market Could Change After the Pandemic
Posted by John Hardy - Apr 19, 2021, 9:44 AM
The housing market saw shifts during the pandemic. Rates dropped, prices…
New Home Buyers are Taking Charge of the Current Market
Posted by John Hardy - Apr 14, 2021, 9:32 AM
Low inventory, high demand, and rising mortgage rates are all making it…
HUD Holds FHA Premiums Steady, Home Buyers Still Win
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 9, 2021, 9:17 AM
HUD Secretary announced that there would be no cuts to FHA mortgage…
More First-Time Home Buyers Choose Conventional Over FHA Loans
Posted by Mike Dein - Apr 2, 2021, 10:12 AM
Recent data by the National Association of REALTORS® has shown a decrease…
How Housing Has Changed in a Year & Where it’s Headed Next
Posted by Mike Dein - Mar 26, 2021, 10:01 AM
A global pandemic and struggling economy led to a 2020 we won’t forget.…
4 Steps for Home Buying Success
Posted by John Hardy - Mar 19, 2021, 9:27 AM
You’ve finally found your dream home. Take these steps beforehand so the…
10 Easy Ways to Go Green at Home
Posted by John Hardy - Mar 17, 2021, 9:36 AM
Almost everyone goes green on St. Patrick's Day but here are some ways to…
How the American Rescue Plan Will Impact Housing
Posted by John Hardy - Mar 15, 2021, 9:30 AM
The Plan is one of the largest economic relief packages in U.S. history,…
6 Factors that Affect a Home’s Price
Posted by John Hardy - Mar 3, 2021, 10:02 AM
Home appreciation has surged over the past year, the first time we've seen…
How to Determine if You’re Financially Ready to Buy a Home
Posted by Mike Dein - Feb 28, 2021, 12:54 PM
While buying a house is an exciting investment, it’s important that your…
What Are the Costs of Refinancing Your Mortgage?
Posted by John Hardy - Feb 26, 2021, 10:26 AM
With low rates, it's a great opportunity to refinance and potentially save…
3 Reasons You Should Refinance Now
Posted by Mike Dein - Feb 24, 2021, 10:03 AM
Thousands of homeowners have refinanced their mortgage to take advantage of…
Are iBuyers Worth the Buzz?
Posted by John Hardy - Feb 8, 2021, 10:38 AM
iBuyers are popular in today's market because they are convenient, however,…
4 Ways to Save Money When Building a Home
Posted by John Hardy - Feb 1, 2021, 9:42 AM
Finding the perfect home is hard with low inventory so building new may be…
Home Buyers and Sellers Set to Score Big in 2021
Posted by Mike Dein - Jan 29, 2021, 9:36 AM
It’s hard to predict the economic swings we experienced in 2020 but one is…
Happy Holidays
Posted by John Hardy - Dec 19, 2020, 8:46 AM
Wishing you a happy Holiday season and a joyous New Year.
Navigating a Competitive Market with Your VA Loan
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 16, 2020, 9:14 AM
Low home inventory and soaring demand have led to a competitive housing…
How Lockdown Has Helped Americans Save For Second Homes
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 14, 2020, 9:37 AM
With saving opportunities related to COVID-19, purchasing a second home has…
Preparing to Use Home Equity to Finance a Second Home
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 11, 2020, 9:51 AM
With home equity on the rise, if you are a homeowner, you could save…
Why You May Not Want to Age in Place
Posted by John Hardy - Dec 7, 2020, 9:41 AM
Aging in place has its advantages but at the same time can be just as…
New Purchase Volume Predicted to Break Records in 2021
Posted by Mike Dein - Dec 4, 2020, 10:01 AM
By the end of 2020, predictions say that mortgage originations will reach…
The Real Winner of the Election: Home Buyers and Homeowners
Posted by John Hardy - Nov 16, 2020, 9:38 AM
During election week, the U.S. saw some of the lowest mortgage rates of the…
Signs the Real Estate Market is Going to Change
Posted by Mike Dein - Nov 11, 2020, 10:58 AM
Mortgage rates are low and builder sentiment is high, suggesting a busy…
4 Easy Tricks to Help You Avoid Wire Fraud Cheats
Posted by John Hardy - Oct 30, 2020, 10:41 AM
Cybercrime is one of the fastest growing threats in the U. S. One of the…
How Each Presidential Candidate Could Influence the Housing Market
Posted by Mike Dein - Oct 28, 2020, 9:54 AM
The election as an event will not likely affect the busy housing market.…
When to Choose a 30-Year Fixed Over a 15-Year Fixed
Posted by Mike Dein - Oct 23, 2020, 10:46 AM
People have depended on 30-year fixed-rates decades but the recent…
Does Your Credit Score Matter in Retirement?
Posted by Mike Dein - Oct 21, 2020, 9:25 AM
Most financial experts agree that maintaining a good credit score is…
What to Expect This Fall, According to the Experts
Posted by John Hardy - Oct 12, 2020, 10:19 AM
In recent months, home sales rose at a record pace. In August, new home…
Prepare for Bidding Wars this Fall
Posted by John Hardy - Oct 7, 2020, 9:43 AM
Even though home sales tend to slow down in winter months, ongoing…
4 Things that Happen to Your Finances When You Buy a Home
Posted by Mike Dein - Sep 18, 2020, 10:52 AM
Buying a home impacts your credit score, your savings, and your tax bill,…
Federal Reserve Announces New Approach to Inflation and Interest Rates
Posted by Mike Dein - Sep 16, 2020, 10:50 AM
Some economists predict it could be years before there is another interest…
Predictions for the Fall Housing Market
Posted by John Hardy - Sep 11, 2020, 9:48 AM
After an economic standstill this Spring, and a slow reopening across the…
5 Things to Consider Before Fleeing the City for the Suburbs
Posted by John Hardy - Sep 9, 2020, 9:25 AM
If you’re thinking about a suburban migration, here are some things you…
New to Online Banking? How to Stay Safe
Posted by Mike Dein - Aug 28, 2020, 9:57 AM
If you are someone you know is new to online banking, here are some tips to…
Stay-At-Home Guidance Drives Home Remodeling Boom
Posted by John Hardy - Aug 26, 2020, 10:26 AM
If it seems like you’re hearing a lot of hammer and sawing lately, your…
How Unemployment Could Impact Your Ability to Buy a Home
Posted by Mike Dein - Aug 19, 2020, 11:02 AM
Unemployment will impact your ability to buy a home, so you may need to…
The Truth About Today’s Low Interest Rates
Posted by Mike Dein - Aug 17, 2020, 11:08 AM
While interest rates have generally trended lower, the rate of interest on…
Waiting to Buy vs. Buying Now
Posted by John Hardy - Aug 10, 2020, 10:47 AM
Historically low rates have motivated many home buyers across the country,…
What You Should Know About Buying a Second Home
Posted by Mike Dein - Aug 7, 2020, 10:15 AM
With many Americans flocking to far-flung regions to escape coronavirus…
What Lower Interest Rates Mean for Your Savings Account
Posted by Mike Dein - Aug 4, 2020, 10:22 AM
While the cost of borrowing money is at an all-time low, savers are earning…
Sellers Requesting Proof of Preapproval Before Allowing Home Tours
Posted by John Hardy - Jul 31, 2020, 9:31 AM
Shopping for a home in the current market conditions have made pre-approval…
How to Stretch Your Income if You’ve Been Impacted by the Pandemic
Posted by Mike Dein - Jul 27, 2020, 10:15 AM
With an uncertain road to recovery ahead, Americans are worried about an…
1.3 Million Homeowners Put Down Less than 20%
Posted by Mike Dein - Jul 24, 2020, 9:47 AM
Saving for a down payment is taking longer, low down payment mortgages are…
Surge in Mobile Banking App Usage Increases Fraud Risk
Posted by John Hardy - Jul 10, 2020, 9:30 AM
Mobile banking is an easy way to manage finances, pay bills, and deposit…
Nearly 70% of Home Sellers Willing to Accept Lower Offer Price
Posted by Mike Dein - Jul 8, 2020, 10:04 AM
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many moves have been interrupted or…
First-Time Home Buyers: Buy, Build, or Fix Up?
Posted by Mike Dein - Jul 6, 2020, 9:49 AM
Before you start shopping, it’s important to set realistic expectations and…
Ask the Experts: Saving for Your New Home
Posted by Mike Dein - Jul 3, 2020, 9:11 AM
Want independence from your landlord? You are not alone. With record low…
8 Million US Workers Live in Cities Where They Don’t Work
Posted by Mike Dein - Jul 1, 2020, 9:47 AM
Many companies have shifted to a work-from-home model as a social…
Design Ideas for the Perfect Home Office
Posted by John Hardy - Jun 26, 2020, 9:34 AM
Having a separate space to work can improve your productivity and help you…
Over 3 Million Adults Migrate Home During Coronavirus Quarantine
Posted by Mike Dein - Jun 24, 2020, 9:45 AM
Social distancing and staying has caused many companies to shift to…
How to Sell Your Home this Summer
Posted by John Hardy - Jun 12, 2020, 10:06 AM
Did you delay listing your home because of the coronavirus pandemic? Are…
Low Mortgage Rates Could Bring Out the Next Wave of Millennial Home Buyers
Posted by Mike Dein - Jun 10, 2020, 10:25 AM
With the home buying and selling season disrupted by the coronavirus…
Share of Single American Homeowners Reaches 118-Year High
Posted by Mike Dein - Jun 3, 2020, 9:44 AM
In 2019, single Americans owned 38.4% of US housing stock, the largest…
Market Forecast May 2020
Posted by Mike Dein - May 28, 2020, 9:44 AM
Mortgage rates have not moved significantly in recent weeks, continuing to…
Where Home Prices may be Headed Post-Pandemic
Posted by John Hardy - May 27, 2020, 9:31 AM
As states start to reopen, and people go back to work, most Realtors®…