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27
Jul
2023
The Fed hikes rates again! After pausing its cycle of policy rate hikes in June, the Fed implemented another increase at its July meeting. Many rate watchers hope the 0.25% hike will be the final increase of the year. Future Fed action depends on the economy.
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31
May
2023
In July 2022, rapidly rising interest rates triggered a sudden slowdown in the upward trajectory of home prices and the intense bidding wars that accompanied them. Remarkably, 92% of U.S. markets witnessed monthly home price drops throughout the year. It was a significant shift in the market...
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22
Mar
2021
Tax season is upon us. For some, the thought of the word “taxes” may spark anxiety, but for others, it may inspire hope of a tax refund. (Que the confetti!) If you’ve purchased a house this year, you might be excited about the possible tax benefits homeownership brings. What do all of these tax...
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08
Jun
2020
Home Improvement projects that add value to your home
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Owning a home is one of the biggest investments of your life and when you plan to sell, you’ll want to make a profit. Often, that means figuring out how to increase your home’s value. Homeowners know that when you own, it never seems to be quite finished. In the quest to make it is as...
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07
May
2020
It's common belief that when you make your mortgage payment to a bank or other large mortgage servicing company, they are the ones earning the interest you pay each month. While this would seem like simple common sense, it's actually much more involved, and the truth may surprise you.
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30
Apr
2020
Markets in a Minute: A Glimpse at the Pre-Coronavirus Housing Market
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Please enjoy this quick update on what happened this week in the housing and financial markets.
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23
Apr
2020
Please enjoy this quick update on what happened this week in the housing and financial markets.
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23
Mar
2020
What should you expect from a Home Inspection?
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Congrats! You’ve made an offer and it was accepted! What’s next? It’s now time to have the home inspected prior to closing. A thorough home inspection when you’re buying a house can save you thousands of dollars in unexpected repairs — or from unwittingly buying a money pit.
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12
Mar
2020
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Markets in a Minute: Mortgage Rates Have Spiked Higher
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