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Powell Reaffirms No Rate Cuts in the Near Future
“We’re just going to have to see where the inflation data fall out,” he said. Continue Reading Powell Reaffirms No Rate Cuts in the Near Future
Compass Adds Tennessee Brokerage Parks Real Estate
Parks Real Estate employs over 1,500 agents and generated $6.25 billion in 2023 transaction. Continue Reading Compass Adds Tennessee Brokerage Parks Real Estate
Century 21 System Raised Over $3 Million for Easterseals in 2023
The 2023 total includes the more than $60,000 raised during the brand’s first International Week of Giving last July. Continue Reading Century 21 System Raised Over $3 Million for Easterseals in 2023
Brick Underground, a NYC Real Estate News Site, to Shut Down
According to its website, Brick Underground publishes 20 articles and three email newsletters each week, including a newsletter for New York City’s real estate agents. Continue Reading Brick Underground, a NYC Real Estate News Site, to Shut Down
RPM Living Expands into Nashville and Las Vegas Markets
“Expanding our footprint purposefully and strategically allows us to stay one step ahead of the competition,” said CEO Jason Berkowitz. Continue Reading RPM Living Expands into Nashville and Las Vegas Markets
FP Explains: Everything you need to know about using a reverse mortgage
Source: Sault Star --- Have you ever viewed a reverse mortgage commercial and wondered whether it would help you maintain and enhance your retirement lifestyle? One of my clients certainly did. They knew they didn’t have quite enough money and they didn’t want to...
Today’s Mortgage Rates & Trends – September 23, 2021: Rates flat
Source: Investopedia --- With yesterday's Fed announcement revealing little new news, mortgage rates are mostly holding steady this week, with the 30-year rate marking time for a second day. Rates have been in a narrow bouncing pattern since early August, keeping the...
Today’s 30-year mortgage rates climb to 3% for first time in 69 days | Sept. 24, 2021
Source: Fox Business --- Based on data compiled by Credible, mortgage rates have risen across all terms since yesterday. 30-year fixed mortgage rates: 3.000%, up from 2.750%, +0.250 20-year fixed mortgage rates: 2.625%, up from 2.500%, +0.125 15-year fixed mortgage...
How To Start A Real Estate Empire With Only $12,500
Source: Forbes --- If you’re not currently a homeowner or haven’t purchased your first multi-residential property, you may still have hopes of building a multi-million or billion-dollar real estate portfolio. Yet that goal appears to be far-fetched amid a global...
How To Purchase Your First House Without Overspending
Source: Tamp AFP --- Purchasing your first house is a thrilling experience, but it can also be expensive. That isn’t to say that you need to let go of your life savings to secure a home. It is essential to acquire the right information so you can make the right...
Knowing the best home survey options for your clients
Source:Financial Reporter --- As the modern mortgage market continues to evolve, so too does the complexity attached to product offerings, criteria, lending policy, affordability and accessibility. I could go on but I’m sure you all have your own lists. Whilst...
Hall Financial: Why refinancing can increase your home equity
Source: F --- As a homeowner, you've worked hard paying off the mortgage on your house and updating it when you can. Now it's time for the house to work for you! Low rates mean there's a bit more equity in your home, which is an opportunity to use that equity to put...
New Mortgage Rule Aims to Stop Avoidable Foreclosures
Source: Investopedia --- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced a new rule to help prevent foreclosures in situations where they can be avoided. The new rule, which went into effect on Aug. 31, requires that most mortgage servicers help...
FHFA Reverses Previous Housing Market Reform Progress
Source: American Action Forum --- Executive Summary The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has suspended restrictions from earlier this year that prevented the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) from purchasing “high-risk” mortgages; it also announced a...
Should you call out real estate agent who put their best interest above yours?
Source: Washington Post --- Q: We recently sold our deceased mother’s home in Columbus, Ohio. The house needed quite a bit of work, was structurally sound, and was in a very desirable neighborhood. My siblings and I selected an agent after a couple of interviews, and...
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