Mortgage Blogs

 

 

NAHB: Housing Market Index Rises 1 Point in July

NAHB: Housing Market Index Rises 1 Point in July

Home Builder sentiment rose one point in July according to the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index. 2019 builder confidence in housing market condition continued to fall short of 2018 levels. July’s Housing Market Index readi

Jul 18, 2019 |

How To Find Hot Real Estate Markets

How To Find Hot Real Estate Markets

A hot market in real estate is identified by a few things, which include higher prices, lower amounts of unsold inventory, and desirable neighborhoods. Neighborhoods can increase in value because of having an excellent location, high-paying jobs, quality

Jul 17, 2019 |

Energy Efficient Mortgage Program

Energy Efficient Mortgage Program

The federal government has aimed to help increase homeownership for decades. One of the Federal Housing Administration’s many programs to help Americans in their homeownership dreams is the Energy Efficient Mortgage program (EEM). Many homes, especi

Jul 17, 2019 | FHA Loans Government Loans

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 15th, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 15th, 2019

Last week’s economic releases included reports on inflation, core inflation and minutes from the Federal Open Market Committee Meeting held June 18 and 19. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released. Inflatio

Jul 16, 2019 |

4 Times When Laminate Flooring Is Better Than Hardwood

4 Times When Laminate Flooring Is Better Than Hardwood

Hardwood flooring is considered a premium flooring material. It’s natural, long-lasting, durable and comes in a wide assortment of colors, wood, stains and plank widths. But hardwood flooring isn’t always the best choice. If you’re look

Jul 13, 2019 |

Making Money Buying Homes And More From Estate Sales

Making Money Buying Homes And More From Estate Sales

An estate sale is the sale of the property owned by a person after a person dies. This sale may include real property, such as a home, and personal property, such as the home’s contents. There are two ways to buy property through an estate sale. On

Jul 12, 2019 |