Mortgage News for April 30, 2021

Mortgage News for April 30, 2021

Mortgage Market UpdateA Closing Door for Rates For homeowners wondering if it's a good time to upgrade to a different home: While you have heard, no doubt, that housing supply is tight and prices are high, there are several reasons why it may be a good time to buy -...
Mortgage News for April 23, 2021

Mortgage News for April 23, 2021

Self-Employed BuyersSome 92% of Americans polled said now is a good time to consider self-employment. About 57% would take a gig job while between jobs; 52% would like a long-term contract with flexible hours. The survey indicates more homebuyers may use self-employed...
Mortgage News for April 16, 2021

Mortgage News for April 16, 2021

Half as Many Houses AvailableThe housing market currently has a limited supply of potential buying options. Prospective buyers shopping today have 52% fewer homes to choose from than at this time last year, according to Realtor.com's Monthly Housing Trends Report....
Mortgage News for April 9, 2021

Mortgage News for April 9, 2021

Buying a Fixer-Upper?High prices within the real estate market might have some buyers considering that fixer-upper home. But is it really worth it?According to research from Remodeling Magazine, it depends. Smaller-scale home-improvement projects tend to have better...
Mortgage News for April 2, 2021

Mortgage News for April 2, 2021

Mortgage Market UpdateClosing Cost OptionsClosing costs can run buyers between 2% and 5% of a home's price. Some borrowers, though, aren't aware that they have a few options for this common mortgage cost. For example, lenders sometimes offer a lower rate to those who...