Pending home sales increased in November, rebounding from the prior month’s decline, in accordance with the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). The West region reported the largest growth in November, while the other three major U.S. regions saw only marginal variances in month-over-month contract activity. Pending Home Sales Up 1.2% in November Pending home … » Learn More about Pending Home Sales Up
2019
Rates on Mortgages Ease – 30-Year at 3.72%
U.S. long-term rates on mortgages declined slightly this week, remaining close to the historically low levels where they have hovered over the past 60 days. Rates on Mortgages Ease – 30-Year at 3.72% Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage eased to 3.72% from 3.74% last … » Learn More about Rates on Mortgages Ease – 30-Year at 3.72%
Boomers Age -Plenty of Homes Coming
Builders have struggled to conquer land scarcity and rising labor costs and materials. However a flood of homes will come on the market during the next 20 years as baby boomers age – enough to affect local economies in traditional retirement areas. The boomer generation, once 76 million strong in the U.S., dwarfed the 55 … » Learn More about Boomers Age -Plenty of Homes Coming
November 2019 Housing Report
The November 2019 housing report uses the numbers for October 2019. While November 2019 home sales decreased slightly, down 1%, the median sales price surged 7.9% from November 2018 to be $257,000.00. Having 49 days as average time on market, which is actually down 2 days from November 2018. The total number of homes for … » Learn More about November 2019 Housing Report
A Little Holiday Magic
The holidays seem to be a natural time for some holiday magic as well as to help others and pay it forward, but what happens when you help others and pay it forward as part of your daily routine. Michael Steger, a psychologist at the University of Louisville in Kentucky, has always been amazed by … » Learn More about A Little Holiday Magic
Successful People
Many successful stories begin with great failure followed by incredible persistence and winning against all odds. There are so many great success stories, but one of our favorite is the story of Helen Keller and her persistent teacher Anne Sullivan. Helen wasn’t born deaf and blind but came down with a mysterious illness when she … » Learn More about Successful People
6 Ways to Give Back to Your Community
Searching for ways to give back to your community this holiday season? Here’s a few ideas. 6 Ways to Give Back to Your Community 1. Go for wags and wiggles Local animal shelters always could use an extra hand, whether it’s for walking dogs, socializing cats or even the critical daily chores necessary … » Learn More about 6 Ways to Give Back to Your Community
No More VA Loan Limit Caps
Veterans may qualify to purchase larger homes in pricier communities – still without having any down payment – after Jan. 1, 2020. Those taking out a VA Loan (Veteran Affairs) backed mortgages will find caps removed on what they can spend in 2020. No More VA Loan Limit Caps The Blue Water Navy … » Learn More about No More VA Loan Limit Caps
Dog friendly House – 7 Indicators
Starting your home search for a property that must be approved by furry, tail-wagging family members? Here are some things to consider when you are looking for a dog friendly Home. 7 Indicators of a Dog friendly House 1. Greener grass Does the home have a yard? Just a little bit of a … » Learn More about Dog friendly House – 7 Indicators
Cleaning Before Guests Arrive
Undoubtedly you’ll want your home to look its best for visiting guests during the holidays. Here’s a few cleaning suggestions to minimize the time you have to spend making things sparkle. 8 Suggestions for Swift Cleaning Before Guests Arrive 1. Grout and tight corners Cleaning nooks and crannies doesn’t require hard work. A … » Learn More about Cleaning Before Guests Arrive