Monthly Archives: June 2020
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...
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 May...
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 2023. Two...
Appraisals are important because they protect not only the seller and buyer but also the lender. The lender wants to make sure they know what the property is worth. Therefore, an appraisal is more about valuing the property and not...
Residential real estate is a solid investment, but it’s not without its challenges. Being an investor and a landlord are two very different things, and the investor’s mind and skillsets......
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...
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...
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....
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...
There are many people who are considering buying a home because the current market is so attractive. With the ability to carry out virtual tours, this makes it even easier for people to find the home of their dre...