Archive for July 2024

How Does the Fed’s Lowering Short-Term Rates Impact Mortgage Rates

I get asked if I think the news and our industry puts too much emphasis on what the Federal Reserve is doing, and its being able to control inflation. In a word, my answer is yes. The Fed has a …

5 Ways Homebuyer Education Benefits Borrowers

I can remember buying our first home.

It is hard to forget the excitement and anxiety of the experience, but just as memorable are the difficult lessons learned in the process. For some of us, the experience was a tough …

Best List of What to Actually Look for When Buying a House

Buying a new home can be incredibly stressful. There’s so much to think about, it can be easy to forget to check everything you want in a new home.  We have started a list below for you and please add …