If you're buying a home, you'll want to try to get your mortgage processed as quickly as possible. Improperly filed mortgage applications are one of the biggest reasons why home sales get delayed, and if you have a hard move-out date already set, it's critical that...
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 19, 2021
Last week’s economic reports included readings on inflation, retail sales, and a speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. Inflation Rises as Retail Sales Fall, Fed Says...
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 21, 2020
Last week’s economic news included readings on housing market conditions, housing starts, building permits issued, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. National Association of Home Builders Reports...
Get Your Finances In Order With A Few Simple Steps
If you are looking to buy a home one day but don’t think you are ready just yet, you are not alone. One of the most important tasks that you have to complete involves getting your finances in order. There are a few ways to get your finances in order before you...
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 27, 2020
Last week’s economic reporting included readings on sales of new and previously owned homes. State and federal data on new and continuing jobless claims were released along with Freddie Mac’s weekly report on mortgage rates. Sales of New and Existing Homes...
Money Compass: How To Set Financial Priorities
Being conscious about your finances and setting goals for your money can help you achieve your dreams at any stage in life. Here are some helpful tips to remember when you are making plans for your money and setting your financial priorities: Identify Your Goals...
Want to Get Rich? Here’s Where You Can Learn the Secrets of Investing
If you have some money saved up and want to watch it grow, the world of investing can offer some excellent opportunities. However, it can also be very intimidating as it is very complicated and there is a lot to learn. If you are brand new to the investing scene, you...
Clever Ways to Cut Your Food Bill Down
When it comes to saving money, there are a few things that you can’t cut back on too much because you need them to survive, such as clothing, shelter and food. You can take the bus to work and not buy a big screen TV, but you will not live very long if you...
Tips for Saving Money on Life Insurance
If you were to die tomorrow, would your spouse and your children have enough money to take care of themselves? Life insurance is designed to help provide financial security to your loved ones after you pass away. The policy will cover your funeral costs, as well as...
Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund
If you are expecting a large tax refund this year, what will you do with it? It might be tempting to spend this large windfall on shopping, eating out and other fun things. However, a tax refund is also an opportunity to gain some financial headway and set you up in a...