Last week’s economic reports included readings on job openings and inflation along with weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.
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Big Second Quarter GDP Numbers Impact Housing Market
Positive economic growth numbers are always cause for celebration and the second quarter GDP just went vertical. After nearly four years of sub-par growth, the real GDP hit 4.1 percent in the second quarter.
Home Trends Includes Natural Mindfulness Designs
Urban and suburban life offers wonderful conveniences and cultural benefits. But a downside that many families are experiencing is the pervasive use of electronics and disconnectedness from nature.
4 Top Sustainable Home Trends
The emergence of sustainable energy and products have solidified the go-green movement. Solar energy and electric cars are just the tip of the iceberg.
Seller-Paid Closing Costs In A Seller’s Market? Yes, It’s Still Possible
For first-time home buyers, closing costs are a major hurdle for home ownership. Coming up with a down payment and several thousand dollars for closing costs can be hard without home equity to tap.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 6th, 2018
Last week’s economic reports included readings from Case-Shiller, Commerce Department reports on pending home sales and construction spending and an FOMC statement. Labor sector reports on job creation and the national unemployment rate were released along with the monthly Consumer Confidence Index. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.
Top Tips To Get Mortgage Pre-Approval Fast
When buying a house in a market that favors sellers, buyers must be able to move quickly. Mortgage pre-approval is critical to this. Here are some tips buyers can use to get approved fast.
What You Need To Know About Short Sales
On the surface, a short sale seems like the perfect deal. However, before you take the plunge, you need to understand how this type of home purchase works.
Long-Distance House Hunting Tips
Hunting for a house is stressful enough even if you are moving to another part of town. However, when you are searching for a house from afar, it can make the task of finding the right home for your needs seem almost impossible.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 31st, 2018
Last week’s economic readings included reports on sales of new and pre-owned homes, mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims.