by lizlaurenb | Jun 18, 2020 | Mortgage
When you buy a new house, the first thing you want to do is protect your investment. You already have property insurance. Should you also buy a home warranty? What Is A Home Warranty? A home warranty is not the same thing as insurance. Home warranties are service...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 17, 2020 | Mortgage
As a homebuyer, your real estate agent will do their best bring you to see homes that meet the criteria you asked for. However, there’s no guarantee that a home will have a history of being properly cared for. Your real estate agent can choose the homes you see,...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 16, 2020 | Mortgage
The cost of living in America varies widely in different parts of the country. In general, it is less expensive to live in the country than in the cities. However, there are many cities where the cost of living is modest compared to others where the money needed to...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 15, 2020 | Financial Reports
Last week’s economic reporting included readings on inflation, the post-meeting statement from the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. Inflation Ticks Up in...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 12, 2020 | Financial Reports
The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy committee decided against changing the Fed’s benchmark interest rate range of 0.00 to 0.25 percent. The Federal Open Market Committee said in its post-meeting statement that it is not considering raising rates until...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 11, 2020 | Mortgage
When someone is thinking about buying a home, one of the key parts is the home appraisal. The appraisal ensures that the buyer is paying a fair price for the home while also protecting the mortgage lender against taking a loss. On the other hand, an appraisal is also...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 10, 2020 | Mortgage
If you’ve been putting off your house hunting, it’s time to head out. Summer is the best season to go shopping for a new home, for a variety of reasons. 1. More Inventory Homeowners list their homes for sale in the summer more often than any other...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 9, 2020 | Mortgage
Did you just move into a new city? Transitioning to a new city is hard enough, but when you also need to find a job, it can be even tougher. Since everything is a bit new to you, there are definitely some strategies to implement that will make your job hunting easier....
by lizlaurenb | Jun 8, 2020 | Financial Reports
Last week’s economic news included readings on construction spending and labor reports on public and private sector jobs and the national unemployment rate. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released. Construction Spending...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 5, 2020 | Mortgage Tips
Once you’ve accepted an offer on your house, the next thing you should do is schedule a moving company. The earlier you plan for the moving company, the more time you’ll have to research your options and ensure that you can reserve the date you need. ...
