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Mid-Summer Mortgage Moves: What Current Trends Mean for Your August Home Purchase or Refinance
Understanding Mid-Summer Mortgage Trends The peak of summer is upon us, and with it comes a lively real estate market. Whether you’re considering purchasing a new home or refinancing your…
Fireworks and First Mortgages: How to Navigate the Summer Housing Market Before Labor Day
Understanding the Summer Housing Market The summer months, stretching from the Fourth of July to Labor Day, create a vibrant season for the housing market. This period is often marked…
Homeownership and Hurricane Season: Essential Mortgage Advice to Secure and Protect Your Investment This July
Understanding the Impact of Hurricane Season on Homeownership As we approach the peak of hurricane season this July, it’s crucial for homeowners, especially those in coastal and high-risk areas, to…
Fed Steals Spotlight From Iran War
Since March 1st, the Iran war has been the primary reason for movement and volatility in the bond/rate market. Pre-war motivations were woefully muted. That changed a bit with…
Everyone Won Last Week’s Round of Deal or No Deal
Since late March, markets have had repeated opportunities to play deal or no deal when it comes to ending the Iran war. Sometimes we won. Sometimes we lost. Last…
Summer Renovations and Refinancing: Funding Your Home Improvement Projects Ahead of the Independence Day Holiday
Introduction With the Independence Day holiday just around the corner, many homeowners are considering home improvement projects to enhance their living spaces. Summer is an ideal season for renovations, and…
Homebuyer’s Mid-Summer Checklist: Essential Steps to Close Before the Back-to-School Rush
Introduction As June unfolds and summer is in full swing, many families are considering making a move before the school year begins. The mid-summer months offer a unique opportunity to…
4th of July Financial Freedom: Essential Mortgage Tips for Aspiring Homebuyers During the Summer Fever
Introduction As we approach the 4th of July, a time synonymous with celebrating freedom and independence, many of us reflect on personal goals, including financial independence and homeownership. For aspiring…
Summer Solstice Savvy: Timing Your Home Purchase for Maximum Benefit in the Longest Days of the Year
Embracing the Summer Solstice for Your Home Purchase As we approach the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, many people find themselves with extra hours of daylight to…
June Weddings to New Beginnings: What Prospective Homebuyers Need to Know This Season
June Weddings and New Home Beginnings As we approach the summer season, many couples are busy planning their June weddings, a time often associated with fresh starts and new beginnings…
Mortgage Rates Jump to 9-Month Highs
Ask any parent. A lot can change in 9 months. Same story for mortgage rates. During that time, the average 30yr fixed rate dropped 0.65% only to move back up…
Mortgage Rates Got The Memo
Wednesday ended up being the most interesting day of the week for rate movement thanks to headlines suggesting The U.S. and Iran were close to signing a one page memo…
