The December 2016 RE/MAX National Housing Report utilizes the sales from November and the November Home Sales Defied the Seasonal Trend Despite the typical winter slowdown, November home sales finished 19.1% above a year ago and prices increased 1.4% over October. All but one of the 53 markets ... » Learn More about December 2016 RE/MAX National Housing Report
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30-year mortgage rate rises yet again – to 4.16%
Two out of three (62.5%) mortgage experts polled by Bankrate.com this week think the mortgage rate will continue to rise over the short term, and 25% foresee little change. Only 12.5% forecast a decline. 30-year mortgage rate rises yet again - to 4.16% Long-term U.S. rates on ... » Learn More about 30-year mortgage rate rises yet again – to 4.16%
Smart Homes Need Smarter REALTORS®
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®
Suggestions for Creating a Family Cookbook
Thanks to easy-to-use online platforms, creating a book full of your family's favorite recipes is simple. Sites like shutterfly.com and createmycookbook.com help you through the process of choosing templates and design options. Other sites, like heritagecookbook.com, also assist you reach out to ... » Learn More about Suggestions for Creating a Family Cookbook
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