Since the U.S. economic recession of 2008, we've been living in an environment of historically low interest rates. Now, however, as the economy continues its upward movement in its recovery, there is talk of the Fed raising interest rates again. If the current increase in interest rates does occur, this would actually mark the third [...]
While an older home can provide you with a unique array of history and charm, it is important to know what to look for before you sign on the dotted line. Otherwise, you could find yourself needing to make a long list of repairs before you are even able to settle in. Just some of [...]
If you've been on the proverbial fence about whether or not to sell your home, there are some factors to consider that can help you with making a decision, one way or the other. Some of these have to do with the current housing market, while others focus more on your particular housing needs. For [...]
The past year was very positive across the U.S. in terms of existing home sales, and increased home values. But, will this trend increase? If you're a current home owner, the good news is that the prices of existing homes are anticipated to increase by 4 percent, on average, in 2017. This is according to [...]
With talk of another possible rise in interest rates in the air, should the Fed decide to move forward on this action, it can have a long-term effect on investors. It can also have an impact - in some cases, a significant one - on the amount that you'll ultimately pay for a new home. [...]
If you've ever purchased a home without putting down at least 20 percent of the purchase price, then it is likely that you're familiar with PMI. Private mortgage insurance, also referred to as PMI, is a type of insurance that certain buyers are required to obtain in order to protect the lender from a borrower's [...]
While the past year may have been somewhat tough on home buyers in terms of rising prices, 2016 deserves some accolades, too. That's because, according to a recent report from the National Association of Realtors, 2016 was also the best year in the past decade for sales of existing homes. Throughout the 12-month period between [...]
Lately, the eyes of many U.S. investors have been glued to the stock market - which seems to be setting new records almost every day. And, unlike back in 2008, these market movements have been on the positive side. But, with the stock market's upward momentum, can there be an effect on the value of [...]
Whether you were just simply "surfing" the Internet, or you were actually engaged in a specific search, there's a chance that you may have found the ideal next home for you online. Luckily, due to the vast reach of the world wide web, shopping for homes today has been made much faster and more convenient [...]
As the new Presidential administration starts to settle in, there are a multitude of questions on many Americans' minds - one being whether or not President Trump will have an effect on the value of your home. In a country where home ownership is oftentimes referred to as being the "American Dream," it is easy [...]