5 ways to pay off your mortgage early: Pros and cons
The Mortgage Report
JANUARY 8, 2021
Here are five ways to pay off your mortgage faster. Plus, what to consider before putting your hard-earned cash toward early mortgage payments.
The Mortgage Report
JANUARY 8, 2021
Here are five ways to pay off your mortgage faster. Plus, what to consider before putting your hard-earned cash toward early mortgage payments.
Redfin
JANUARY 7, 2021
This article is a collaboration between Redfin and Hunker . With a new-found love for our homes this past year, it’s likely you’ve racked up a laundry list of ways that you’d love to revamp your space. And what better time to refresh and upgrade your home than the New Year? To help spark some inspiration, we partnered with Hunker to predict which home trends will be big over the next year.
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Housing Wire
JANUARY 18, 2021
As the calendar flipped to 2021, it didn’t take long for the rise in mortgage rates. Just two weeks into the new year, Freddie Mac reported that mortgage rates climbed 14 basis points to 2.79% , a dramatic contrast to 2020, a year in which mortgage rates set record lows 16 times. Economists across the housing industry believe the era of extreme low rates could be coming to a close, but the transition might be a slow burn.
Realtor.com
JANUARY 12, 2021
Becki Peckham © Houzz Homeowners forced by the coronavirus pandemic to hole up in their homes for much of the past year are changing a few things about their homes. For starters, COVID-19 exposed the flaws of the open floor plans touted on HGTV and other design shows—finding a quiet space to jump on that Zoom meeting with the boss while the kids are remote learning a few feet away can be a logistical nightmare.
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Homes.com
JANUARY 12, 2021
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Better Dwelling
JANUARY 13, 2021
Canada’s economy just became even more dependent on real estate. Statistics Canada (Stat Can) data shows residential investment soared to a record high in Q3 2020. The rate it’s grown over the past few months has far outpaced the economy. Consequently, residential investment is now the biggest percent of GDP it has ever been. Residential […].
Point2Homes
JANUARY 5, 2021
Image: Casper1774 Studio / Shutterstock.com. Credit Scoring Explained. Credit bureaus gather information on you and use a formula to create your credit score , which can range from 300 to 850. Where you fit on that scale will have a significant effect on whether you can get the loan you want. Lenders and other businesses use this credit score to assess you because it shows them how likely you are to repay the money you borrowed.
Housing Wire
JANUARY 18, 2021
Let’s face it, if you’re a first-time homebuyer, you have a lot of questions about the home-buying process. That’s what real estate agents are here for. Almost 90% of buyers recently used a real estate agent or broker to purchase their home, according to the National Association of Realtors. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or this is your fifth house, it’s a good idea to use an agent to ensure you make a smart decision. .
Realtor.com
JANUARY 14, 2021
realtor.com A decommissioned missile silo in Ellenburg Center, NY, has blasted onto the market for $600,000. This property also features an above-ground Quonset hut, which was used for storage by the military and has since been turned into a residence. Built to house the Atlas F missile in the 1960s, it’s one of 12 silos tied to the nearby Plattsburgh Air Force Base, which shut down in 1994.
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RIS Media
JANUARY 7, 2021
As 2020 caught us spending more time at home, homeowners began rethinking how they would use their homes in the new year. Some homeowners may even end up listing their current home to take advantage of the booming market and low inventory, in hopes of finding a home that will meet their new needs. If you have clients who are looking to list their home or purchase a new home, there are a few different trends that you should look for during their home search in 2021.
Homes.com
JANUARY 5, 2021
It’s often said you’ll never forget your first home — and we couldn’t agree more! For most, a home is one of the biggest financial investments you’ll make. While this can seem scary, there are plenty of tips and helpful hints to help you save money for your first home. Our first-time buyer’s guide has everything you need to know from choosing the right down payment option, to how COVID-19 has changed the real estate market.
Realty Biz
JANUARY 13, 2021
Home Improvement projects are a great way to increase the value of your home. Especially if you are getting ready to sell your home. Granted, some remodeling projects can cost a fortune and take a lot of time to complete. Major projects like, finishing an unfinished basement or building an addition to your home are costly undertakings that can require months to complete.
Better Dwelling
JANUARY 29, 2021
Households in Canada’s largest real estate markets are big premiums to own. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) analysis shows the gap between the cost of owning and renting in 2020. Carrying costs in the largest market are now almost double that of paying rent. That isn’t a general rule though, with some markets cheaper […].
Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty
Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.
Housing Wire
JANUARY 4, 2021
If you’re looking to buy a home, you’ll stand the best chance in a buyer’s housing market, where listings are flush, demand is low and buyers have the upper hand — not to mention most of the negotiating power. Seller’s markets, on the other hand, are on the opposite side of the spectrum. They’re marked by high levels of competition and rising home prices, and in most cases, you’ll have a harder (and more expensive) time finding a home.
Realtor.com
JANUARY 29, 2021
Daisy-Daisy/Getty Images Thirty years ago, if you wanted to remodel your bathroom and you weren’t plugged in to your local network of contractors, well—you were stuck. Angie Hicks started her hugely popular ratings and review platform, Angie’s List, in 1995 after hearing about her co-founder’s frustrations with trying to find reliable contractors in suburban Columbus, OH.
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
JANUARY 22, 2021
How to End Paying Private Mortgage Insurance What is PMI? Great question, right? Many people, especially first time home buyers, hear the term PMI and have no idea what it means. You will see the definition of PMI in a moment and, more importantly, how to terminate it. One of the things that many homeowners […]. The post What is PMI: How to Get Rid of Private Mortgage Insurance appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
Homes.com
JANUARY 26, 2021
Short sales can save homebuyers money, but are often complex processes requiring patience and expert guidance. Follow these insights to get started! The post The Basics of Short Sales for Buyers and Sellers appeared first on Homes.com.
Speaker: Trey Willard, Realtor/Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
In order to create continued success in today’s real estate market, realtors need to utilize an arsenal of technology that will increase their efficiency and presence on social media. Using technology to manage your prospects and tap into their needs through websites, social media, and other channels is critical for real estate success in 2022 and beyond.
RIS Media
JANUARY 25, 2021
Getting a Healthy Credit Score and Keeping It. Do you have strong desires to own your first house? Maintaining a good credit score is important, especially when you are young and have many years of borrowing ahead of you. If you are under 30, try not to over-borrow. When you plan to buy a house, you will need to be almost debt-free to ensure a low-interest rate.
Better Dwelling
JANUARY 12, 2021
The vast majority of Canadians want to work-from-home, according to a new analysis from Canada’s largest bank. In RBC’s 2021 outlook, the bank’s economists note millions more now work-from-home as of last October. The forced shift to remote work, now has the majority of Canadians hoping to work-from-home, at least part of the time. Despite […].
Housing Wire
JANUARY 7, 2021
2021 was supposed to be different. In the first days of the New Year, we have been dealing with a new strain of COVID, vaccinations aren’t going as planned and the political drama is hotter than ever. It was starting to seem like 2020 all over again. But it is different. On Jan. 5 the 10-year Treasury yield broke 1%, and on, Jan. 6, the 10-year remained above that line in the sand even with the storming of Capitol Hill.
Realtor.com
JANUARY 22, 2021
irina88w/Getty Images Getting a home improvement project to pay off is notoriously tricky. There’s no guarantee you’ll recoup the money you pour into a bathroom remodel or an outdoor kitchen. Plus, the COVID-19 pandemic has made completing even minor projects more difficult, as many nonessential construction projects have been halted. And while it might seem crazy to take on a big-ticket project in a time of economic uncertainty, many home buyers are still looking for turnkey propert
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Maximum Exposure Real Estate
JANUARY 1, 2021
What is a Reverse Mortgage Do you know what a reverse mortgage is and how it works? How about the pros and cons of a reverse mortgage? If you have no idea, you’re not alone. Tons of people have no idea how a reverse mortgage works. Reverse mortgages are a financial product that has been […]. The post Reverse Mortgage: The Pros and Cons of Reverse Mortgages appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
Homes.com
JANUARY 1, 2021
The holiday cooking and baking might be over, but your oven door is still a hot mess! Here’s how to clean the inside of your glass oven door so it’s as shiny as the new year. The post Quick DIY: How to Clean the Inside of Your Oven Door appeared first on Homes.com.
Realty Biz
JANUARY 3, 2021
The world is becoming more connected as the Internet of Things makes its way into every part of our homes. Bathrooms have become a focus for homeowners looking to renovate their homes in the 21st-century, with a 40 percent rise in remodels by 2015, Home Advisor reports. Working with a reputable contractor to make your bathroom remodel dreams come true, is a good option in Houston and other parts of the U.S.
Better Dwelling
JANUARY 5, 2021
Canadian mortgage delinquencies are falling, except for people really behind. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) data shows the change of mortgages past due in Q3 2020. Most segments of days past due (DPD) show a sharp decline in the most recent reported quarter. This was largely expected due to payment deferral programs. One segment […].
Speaker: Ari Capogeannis, Director - Revenue Marketing at NVIDIA and Bill Pappa, Sales and Marketing Leader at Ai Media Group
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