Home-buyers and sellers are showing increasing desire for smart homes and smart home technology, based on the inaugural Smart Homes and REALTORS® report recently released by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). REALTORS®, in turn, are seeking certifications to indicate experience with smart ... » Learn More about Smart Homes Need Smarter REALTORS®
Housing Update
Troubled property owners receive a holiday break
No one will be evicted from their home during the holiday season, say most mortgage lenders, who traditionally delay evictions or foreclosures during the holidays. Troubled property owners receive a holiday break Both of the major government sponsored enterprises (GSEs) - Fannie Mae and ... » Learn More about Troubled property owners receive a holiday break
Mortgage rates hike assist and impair home buyers
With mortgage rates ticking up as investors anticipate the Federal Reserve raising interest rates in December, the expense of borrowing is increasing, and that's leading some new home buyers to speed up their purchases while discouraging homeowners from refinancing existing ... » Learn More about Mortgage rates hike assist and impair home buyers
Should You make use of Your Home’s Value to fund remodeling
If you need to borrow money for home renovations but the truth is you don’t wish to tap your assets, a cash-out refinancing of your home might be a good move. Generally, when expenses such as a new roof or backyard renovation present themselves, cash-out refinancing might make sense, but you will ... » Learn More about Should You make use of Your Home’s Value to fund remodeling
Tips on how to Experiment with the Curated look
Share your personal story with guests by incorporating souvenirs and photos into your decor. This style is known as the curated look and it actually is very on-trend right now. Here are some suggestions for curating your own home. Tips on how to Experiment with the Curated look 1. Remember: ... » Learn More about Tips on how to Experiment with the Curated look