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16
May
2019

NAHB: May Home Builder Confidence Hits Highest Level in 7 Months

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The National Association of Home Builders reported the highest builder confidence reading in seven months for May. May’s reading exceeded expectations for an index reading of 64 and rose three points to 67.

15
May
2019

Can I Sell A House That Still Needs Repairs?

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When you started thinking about putting your house up for sale, you probably made a list of repairs that need to be done ahead of time. If that list was long, you might be at a point where you’re asking if it’s all worth it. Will prospective buyers really notice the little things? And even if they do, will that affect how much you’re able to get for your home?

13
May
2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 13th, 2019

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Last week’s economic news included readings on job openings and inflation. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

10
May
2019

The Benefits Of Developing A Multi-Use Property

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Renovations that create a multi-use property or the development of a new multi-use project can be a very attractive investment especially in urban areas that are undergoing redevelopment. The concept of multi-use is to make the most of the site that is revitalized or developed.

09
May
2019

Case-Shiller: February Home Price Growth Rate Slowest in 6.50 Years

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Home price growth slowed in February according to the Case-Shiller 20-City Home Price Index. Home price growth hit its lowest rate in more than six years; this indicates that the roaring growth of home prices is settling and could provide opportunities for more would-be buyers to enter the housing market.

08
May
2019

How to Become A Billionaire Land Trader

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Trading land like a billionaire relies on three simple premises. The first one is to acquire the land for cheap. The second one is to never intend to sell it. The third one is, if you trade it, trade up.

07
May
2019

Can I Qualify For A Mortgage Without W-2 Income?

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It’s more common these days to have non-traditional income that doesn’t fall into the W-2 category. Many people work in what is referred to as the “gig economy,” where income might come from a variety of freelance sources.

06
May
2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 6th, 2019

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Last week’s economic news brought good news to U.S. consumers on several fronts. Mortgage rates fell and national unemployment fell to its lowest rate in 50 years. Inflation slowed and the Federal Reserve held its target federal funds rate steady.

03
May
2019

States With The Best Opportunities To Acquire Investment Property

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Real estate investors sometimes get stuck in a rut. They repeat the same type of investment that they did before. This is not necessarily a bad thing because a successful experience is worth repeating. However, it is also a good idea to occasionally take a look at the big picture as well, to see what else is out there for investment consideration.

02
May
2019

FOMC Statement: No Changes to Key Fed Rate

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The meeting of the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee ended Wednesday with the Committee’s customary post-meeting statement recapping monetary policy matters considered by the Committee. Members voted not to change the current target rate range of the federal funds rate. The current rate range of 2.25 percent to 2.50 percent.

Month: May 2019

NAHB: May Home Builder Confidence Hits Highest Level in 7 Months

Can I Sell A House That Still Needs Repairs?

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 13th, 2019

The Benefits Of Developing A Multi-Use Property

Case-Shiller: February Home Price Growth Rate Slowest in 6.50 Years

How to Become A Billionaire Land Trader

Can I Qualify For A Mortgage Without W-2 Income?

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 6th, 2019

States With The Best Opportunities To Acquire Investment Property

FOMC Statement: No Changes to Key Fed Rate

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