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Home Builders Remain Confident in January
Home builders maintained December’s confidence level according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Housing Market Index for January. The latest reading of 60 mirrored December’s reading, but was two points lower than expected. Readings of more than 50 indicate that more builders were confident about housing conditions than those who were not.
read moreWhat's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 18, 2016
In addition to weekly reports on mortgage rates and new unemployment claims, last weekâs economic news included the Fedâs Beige Book report, retail sales and consumer sentiment. Januaryâs Empire State Index showed an unexpected dip and Consumer Sentiment increased for January.
read moreHow Do I Determine The Initial Offer?
As you’ll see in this video, unless you have a buyer’s agent remember that the agent works for the seller. Make a point of asking him or her to keep your discussions and information confidential.
read more5, 10, 20 Percent or More? How to Determine How Big of a Down Payment You Need
Whether or not you’re new to real estate, there’s little doubt that you’ve heard the term down payment as it relates to purchasing a home. If you’re trying to determine the ideal amount to put down, here are some things to consider.
read moreHave You Been Denied for a Mortgage? Here Are 3 Reasons Why You'll Want to Keep Trying
If you’re in the market for a new home, you’ll most likely need a mortgage in order to afford it. But for some home buyers, getting a mortgage isn’t easy. Here are three factors that can influence the likelihood of approval on the second try.
read moreReal Estate Attorney Releases Book to Guide Massachusetts Sellers
Leominster, MA January 8, 2016 - Real estate transactions are complicated and it is important for people to fully understand the process before making a decision to put their home on the market. In an effort to make the process easier for sellers, Attorney David...
read more3 'Must Know' Pieces of Advice for First-time Home Buyers
When delving into the realities of home ownership, there can be many factors involved that make it difficult to determine what you need to know and what can wait until later. If you happen to be a first-time buyer who’s looking for the best tips for purchasing a home, look no further than the following three pointers to set you on the right path.
read moreWhat's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 11, 2016
The first week of 2016 was quiet concerning housing and mortgage related news, but reports on construction spending and several labor-related reports were released.
read moreGreenify Your Home with Our Guide to Conducting a DIY Energy Audit
The idea of conducting an energy audit on your home might seem like something complicated that should be left to the experts, but there are ways for you to make your home a little greener without consulting anybody.
read moreWelcoming Strangers: the Pros and Cons of Hosting Open Houses During the Home Selling Process
While open houses can offer an easy, instant way for many interested parties to view your house, there can also be downsides to this type of showing. If you’re considering whether or not to stage an open house, here are some insights into what it may mean.
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