by jimcrowderblog | Jun 14, 2016 | GENERAL
Nearly 75% of students paying off student loans are having trouble buying a home. In an article published today, The Washington Post examines the financial insecurity those with student debt feel, and a recent survey that The National Association of Realtors conducted...
by jimcrowderblog | Jun 10, 2016 | GENERAL
Mortgage applications jumped 9.3% last week. Matthew Graham, chief operating officer of Mortgage News Daily, wrote “When rates have been near these three-year lows, we’ve only seen them dip lower briefly — and usually not by that much. That means...
by jimcrowderblog | Jun 8, 2016 | GENERAL
In continuation of the theme from yesterday’s article, a Virginian television station, WAVY, has a short segment on updating a bathroom to accommodate aging homeowners. Replacing the tub with a seat-shower, avoiding trip-hazards, and grab bars placed properly...
by jimcrowderblog | Jun 8, 2016 | GENERAL
The Wall Street Journal addresses a reader’s question about whether to move in retirement, or remodel their existing home to address the needs of aging inhabitants. The response cites 3 extensive studies to help homeowners live safely and comfortably on their...
by jimcrowderblog | Jun 7, 2016 | GENERAL
Selena Maranjian has a piece today on The Motley Fool offering tips for mortgage shopping. As we say often in this forum, a mortgage loan is—for most of us—the largest investment we’ll ever make. It is always in our best interest to do the requisite...
