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Purchasing a home for the first time is one of the most exciting and important decisions someone can make. Making a mistake in the process can be devastating….

For home buyers chasing bargains, they may want to act fast. Closings in January provide the best discount for home buyers, according to Lawrence Yun, the chief economist…

Renovations are mostly done not only for a home owner’s comfort but to add value to their home. However, in some cases, home owners may end up making…

Average fixed-rate mortgages mostly remained unchanged this week as the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage continues to remain 4 percent, Freddie Mac reports. Freddie Mac reports the following national averages…

The U.S. is nearing the 10-year anniversary of the 2006-2007 housing bubble. Should Americans be worried that history could repeat itself? After all, home prices have risen above…

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is getting closer to moving over 4 percent, as mortgage rates climb for the second week in a row. Freddie Mac reports that fixed-rate…

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is getting closer to moving over 4 percent, as mortgage rates climb for the second week in a row. Freddie Mac reports that fixed-rate…

Rising home prices over the last few years are finally putting more money back into home sellers’ pockets. Homeowners who sold during the third quarter saw an average…

You’re touring a property with a buyer when they spot a big crack in the driveway, sidewalk, or concrete patio area. Should the crack make them be concerned…

From NAR.org For many first-time home buyers, condominiums are an affordable way to get on that first rung of home ownership. Yet financing for condos can be a…

The Federal Reserve once again decided not to raise the federal funds rate this month, saying the economy is still falling short of benchmarks. That likely means home…

Hollywood-inspired homes that have the “look, but don’t touch elegance” are a fading trend and home owners now are preferring natural, comfortable spaces. Consumers’ three favorite home designs…

Borrowers may no longer need to worry about collecting pay stubs for a home mortgage application. Mortgage finance company Fannie Mae announced Monday that it would allow lenders…

Amid a newly released weaker than expected jobs report, mortgage rates were back on a downward spiral this week. For the 11th consecutive week, the average on 30-year…

Low mortgage rates, declining home prices, and homes that are lingering on the market longer are three main reasons why the next three months could be the best…

Low mortgage rates, declining home prices, and homes that are lingering on the market longer are three main reasons why the next three months could be the best…