Common Reverse Mortgage Myths
Due to a number of circumstances, homeowners may seek to refinance their mortgage after years of ownership. The original mortgage may no longer be feasible or a homeowner could simply want a better deal to pay off the property. There are several ways to refinance, but one of the most popular is a reverse mortgage….
3 Housing Market Predictions for Late 2019
Are you looking to buy a home before the year comes to a close? In the second half of 2019, real estate experts anticipate several market trends, including a rise in home prices, low mortgage rates and a market driven by millennials. Millennials Make Their Move The current sentiment that millennials won’t settle down is…
Housing Market Predictions for 2019
Will 2019 be the year you buy a home? According to housing market experts, that will depend on several factors. What’s anticipated for potential buyers and sellers in 2019? 1. Rising Mortgage Rates By the end of 2019, mortgage rates are expected to hit 5.5 – 5.8 percent. As a result, potential buyers who wanted…
How Much House Do You Actually Need?
According to U.S. Census figures, the average size of an American home has doubled since the 1950s. Between 1973 and 2012, square feet went up by 62.6 percent, reaching a peak of 2,480 square feet in 2011. While consumers demand larger properties, many features are luxurious by mid-century standards. For instance, four-car garages, mancaves, walk-in…
5 Outdated Home Features to Avoid
Whether you’re buying a pre-built property or planning to remodel your existing home, you likely have to deal with older features – some visual and some functional. In many instances, the purely cosmetic features tend to be easy to fix, but some give your home a dated look and functionality. Make sure you avoid the…