by Jim Crowder | Jan 8, 2015 | HOUSING MARKET
If you’re dealing with winter weather, you may want to ensure your home is protected on all fronts. A few things you can do to make sure you are safe during cold weather, snow or ice storms are: Pour sand on your walkways, porches and driveways to help create...
by Jim Crowder | Jan 7, 2015 | HOUSING MARKET
Your credit score determines many important aspects of your life such as buying a home, a car, or applying for a credit card. Lenders look at your score to decide if your credit is strong enough to qualify for a loan or line of credit. Experts have offered a few tips...
by Jim Crowder | Jan 6, 2015 | HOUSING MARKET
Painting the interior of your home is a big job, but if you know what you’re doing, you can save hundreds by not hiring a professional painter. A few ways you can get a professional look without spending a significant amount of money are: Remove everything out...
by Jim Crowder | Jan 5, 2015 | HOUSING MARKET
CoreLogic has released its 2015 Housing Outlook that forecasts improvement in both the housing market and the economy. The report suggests that, as employment continues to grow, an increasing number of millennials will begin to buy homes. Lower oil prices will aid the...
by Jim Crowder | Dec 30, 2014 | HOUSING MARKET
Freddie Mac has put together a few housing market predictions for the new year, including expectations of refinance and home improvement activity to exceed purchase activity. Home values are expected to increase approximately 3%, and the multifamily housing market...
by Jim Crowder | Dec 29, 2014 | HOUSING MARKET
According to Black Knight Financial Services, as many as 25% of American borrowers with 30-year mortgages could benefit from refinancing their homes. Trey Barns, the senior vice president of Loan Data Products for Black Knight Financial Services said, “before...
