Last Week's economic readings included reports on inflation, mortgage rates, new jobless claims and consumer sentiment.
In-Law Apartments Provide Tangible Benefits For Home Owners
Many homeowners are looking for ways to maximize on their investment. One idea that is gaining popularity is a space set aside for aging parents known as an In-law apartments. These additions are living spaces that can set a property apart from others on the real estate market.
The Case for Making a “Smart” Garage
Energy-efficiency, smart electronics and automation have come home to the rest of the house, but many garages still look and feel like neglected warehouses. Why not update the lighting and add some high-tech features that will bring your garage into the 21st Century. Doing so will make your life easier and need not cost a fortune!
Rebuilding Costs: Rethinking How Much Homeowners Insurance You Really Need
Buying a home comes with numerous financial planning obligations. It's far from a turn-key operation and one of the significant challenges involves developing a working knowledge about things often outside your area of expertise.
Working From Home: 5 Best Tips To Make It Work
Carving out space for a home office isn't always easy, but if you have the option to work from home even part of the time, it's essential to have a space that works for you.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 9th, 2018
Last week's economic releases included monthly readings on construction spending, public and private sector job growth and June's national unemployment rate. Weekly readings included Freddie Mac mortgage rates and new jobless claims.
Top Uses Of A HELOC
Homeowners who have equity built up in their homes can tap into that equity using a home equity line of credit, or HELOC. This financial tool can be a great way to accomplish a number of financial goals.
Seller-Paid Closing Costs In A Seller’s Market? Yes, It’s Still Possible
For first-time home buyers, closing costs are a major hurdle for home ownership. Coming up with a down payment and several thousand dollars for closing costs can be hard without home equity to tap.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 2nd, 2018
Last week's economic reports included readings from Case-Shiller housing market indices and data released on new and pending home sales. Weekly releases on mortgage rates and first-time unemployment claims along with the Consumer Sentiment Index for June were also posted.
Home Automation Conveniences Attract Buyers
The rise in Millennial home buyers will inevitably change the items that promote faster and more lucrative home sales.
