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Home Values: Where Are They Headed Over The Next 5 Years?  August 18, 2015  Pricing   Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey.   Every quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel of ove...

The REAL Reasons Americans Buy a Home  August 17, 2015  First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Uncategorized   We often talk about the financial reasons why buying a home makes sense. But often, the emotional reasons are the more powerful, or compelling reasons. The Joint Center for Housing Studies...

“Boomerang Buyers” Can I Buy After Foreclosure?If you have gone through foreclosure before know that yes, it is possible. Known as "Boomerang Buyers" those previously foreclosed on are starting to join the market and are able to purchase a home. However, there are waiting periods for most of the ...

Why is my loan modification denied?So you've recently had your loan modification denied and can't figure out why?You’ve handled tax forms; you’ve filled out car applications, job applications, and credit card applications. And a loan modification is just another application. Are you thinking to y...

Foreclosure Inventory Hits Lowest Mark in Over 7 Years [INFOGRAPHIC]  August 14, 2015  Foreclosures, Infographics   Some Highlights: The number of homes in the US in some stage of foreclosure is down 28.9% to 472,000. Only 3.5% of homes in the US are currently in serious delinquency. Foreclosure ...

When is it a Good Time to Rent? Definitely NOT Now!  August 13, 2015  First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers   People often ask whether or not now is a good time to buy a home. No one ever asks when a good time to rent is. However, we want to make certain that everyone understands that today is NOT ...

Mortgage Lending is NOT Out of Control!!  August 12, 2015  Down Payments, For Buyers   This year, both Freddie Mac & Fannie Mae have introduced new programs that only require a 3% down payment on a mortgage in order to purchase a home. Earlier this month, the Mortgage Bankers’ Association report...

Don’t Wait to Move Up to Your Dream Home!  August 11, 2015  For Buyers, For Sellers, Interest Rates   Now that the housing market has stabilized, more and more homeowners are considering moving up to their dream home. With interest rates still near 4% and home values on the rise, now may be a gr...

Where Are Mortgage Rates Headed? This Fall? Next Year?  August 10, 2015  Featured, For Buyers, Interest Rates   The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment. The higher the rate the greater the payment will be. That is why it is important to look at...

What You Need to Know About the Mortgage Process [INFOGRAPHIC]  August 7, 2015  Down Payments, Infographics   Some Highlights: According to Freddie Mac, 40% of buyers are putting less than 10% down, with many putting down as little as 3%. Have a budget and stick to it! Know your credit score and ...