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How Long after Bankruptcy should I wait before Applying for a Mortgage?

How Long after Bankruptcy should I wait before Applying for a Mortgage?

Going through a bankruptcy, either personally or with your business, can affect your ability to qualify for a mortgage. Your credit score may drop, and you may need to wait before applying for a home loan. It all depends on the size of your down payment a

Feb 27, 2019 | Mortgages Bankruptcy Apply

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 25th, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 25th, 2019

Last week’s economic news included readings on homebuilder confidence in housing market conditions, minutes of January’s Federal Open Market Committee meeting, and existing home sales reported by the National Association of Realtors®. Wee

Feb 26, 2019 |

FOMC Meeting Minutes: Why Fed’s Rate Policy Reversed Course

FOMC Meeting Minutes: Why Fed’s Rate Policy Reversed Course

After raising the target range for the federal funds rate in 2018, the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee did not raise the Central Bank’s key interest rate at its meeting of January 29 and 30. While Committee members did not raise the Fed&#

Feb 23, 2019 |

Inexpensive Updates That Will Appeal To Buyers

Inexpensive Updates That Will Appeal To Buyers

While you could spend tens of thousands of dollars or more completing a home makeover, there are more than a few budget-minded ideas that you may consider. Add Color To Molding And Trim One cool idea in home décor and interior design is to get rid

Feb 22, 2019 |

5 Simple Tips To Make Your Home Showings Easier

5 Simple Tips To Make Your Home Showings Easier

Your real estate agent will likely give you 24 hours’ notice before bringing over interested buyers to see your home. Sometimes eager buyers may request less of an advance, or even ask for a last minute showing. Since you’re eager to be accom

Feb 21, 2019 |

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 19th, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 19th, 2019

Last week’s economic reports included readings on the Consumer Price Index, Core CPI, Retail Sales and Retail Sales excluding autos. The University of Michigan also released its Consumer Sentiment Index. Weekly readings for mortgage rates and first

Feb 20, 2019 |