October | 2016 | First Federal Bank Mortgage

31
Oct
2016

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 31, 2016

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Last week’s economic reports included S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indexes, along with readings on new and pending home sales. Recurring weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

28
Oct
2016

Dealing with Mice: Peppermint Oil, Dryer Sheets and Other Crazy Tricks to Try

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There are things that everyone shares: the need for food, the search for love, and the intrusion of mice into our homes. But don’t despair! There are several ways to deter and remove mice.

27
Oct
2016

S&P Case-Shiller: Home Prices Gain in August

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Home prices gained in August per the 20-City S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Index. Analysts said that home values continue to expand in spite of challenges including low inventories of available homes and strict mortgage qualification requirements.

26
Oct
2016

First Time Home Buyers: 3 Essential Tips That You Won’t Hear from Your Friends

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When it comes to diving into home ownership for the first time, it can seem like there are so many things you just don’t know. Whether you’re getting advice from your real estate agent, your friends or your family, there are so many things that seem like common sense that they might be lost in the mix of details.

25
Oct
2016

Buy Your Home Today: Understanding Why It’s a Bad Idea to Try and Time the Mortgage Market

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It’s often the case that people will opt to postpone home ownership until the best rates are available or it’s a more stable investment, but in an ever-shifting market it may not be the best decision to put such a sizeable investment off. Here are some reasons you may want to start putting your time into searching for a home.

24
Oct
2016

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 24, 2016

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Last week’s economic releases included the National Association of Home Builders’ Housing Market Index along with reports on housing starts, building permits and sales of previously owned homes. Weekly reports on new jobless claims and mortgage rates were also released.

21
Oct
2016

Did You Know?: How You Arrange Your Furniture Can Turn Off Potential Buyers. Here’s Why

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Most sellers focus on finding the right furniture to stage their home, but they never consider how the placement of that furniture can undo all their hard work. It’s a subconscious thing, but the arrangement of items in the home can really make a difference with buyers.

20
Oct
2016

Forget Mortgage Apps: 5 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Use a Human Mortgage Broker

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While many modern apps can be quite convenient, there are a few reasons you may want to use a knowledgeable mortgage professional to ensure the credibility of your most important purchase.

19
Oct
2016

NAHB Housing Market Index Dips 2 Points

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According to the National Association of Home Builders, overall builder confidence in housing markets dropped two points in October to an index reading of 63. September’s reading of 65 was the highest posted since the housing bubble peak.

18
Oct
2016

The Major Keys to Understanding When It’s Time to Refinance Your Mortgage

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As a homeowner, you may have heard the term refinancing without being aware of exactly what it means, but there are a lot of pros and cons associated with what it can do for your financial situation. While getting a different new loan for your mortgage can be a good financial decision in certain situations, here are some things you should consider before you decide that this is the right choice for you.

Month: October 2016

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 31, 2016

Dealing with Mice: Peppermint Oil, Dryer Sheets and Other Crazy Tricks to Try

S&P Case-Shiller: Home Prices Gain in August

First Time Home Buyers: 3 Essential Tips That You Won’t Hear from Your Friends

Buy Your Home Today: Understanding Why It’s a Bad Idea to Try and Time the Mortgage Market

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 24, 2016

Did You Know?: How You Arrange Your Furniture Can Turn Off Potential Buyers. Here’s Why

Forget Mortgage Apps: 5 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Use a Human Mortgage Broker

NAHB Housing Market Index Dips 2 Points

The Major Keys to Understanding When It’s Time to Refinance Your Mortgage

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