Real Estate Roundup
Mortgage Rate Environment Still Offers Favorable Conditions for Refinancing
Mortgage rates increased one basis point to 3.11% in the week ending Dec. 2, ignoring the volatility in the financial markets caused by the Omicron Covid variant. A year ago at this time, the average 30-year fixed-rate loan averaged just 2.71%...
How to Sell a Home Around the Holidays
Pop quiz. What's the worst time to sell a home? If you ask any families with lots of holiday events, errands, and gifts to buy, that answer's simple: the holidays. And there's a problem, too: not every buyer is looking to purchase a...
Tips for a Safe and Responsible Halloween
With all the excitement of Halloween preparations and celebrations, sometimes we forget to think about the basic precautions we should take when we celebrate the holiday or trick or treat! So in the spirit of having a happy and healthy (not hau...
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31 Reasons Why October Is the Best Month of the Year
1 Every year, nature puts on the ultimate show as the leaves change color. There's no better month of the year than October to enjoy the vibrant colors of the leaves, whether you take a scenic drive or head off for a proper weekend vacation t...
Basic Fall Home Maintenance Tips
Fall is here, which means the kids are back in school, Halloween and Thanksgiving are on the horizon—and if you’re planning to put your home on the market before the end of the year, you only have a few months left. The goo...
Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification and Why It Matters
What is Pre-Approval? Pre-approval is similar to a pre-qualification in that the lender is still reviewing your financial information to determine your eligibility for a mortgage as well as how much you can afford. However, a pre-approval is m...
Choosing The Right Realtor
Before you start shopping for a home, you need to shop for a real estate agent. But finding the right fit can be a very personal experience, especially if it's your first time shopping for a home. When you have your pick of dozens of realtors,...