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May 16, 2023

Volcker Hike in 81 & Real Estate Got Done

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What can we learn from the past? Volcker Hike in 81 & Real Estate Got Done, but it was no fun.  What does 2023 and beyond hold?

“History Doesn't Repeat Itself, but It Often Rhymes" - Mark Twain

The housing market is currently facing significant challenges, with rising mortgage ...

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Jan. 2, 2023

How To Dispute Credit Report Errors

How to Dispute Credit Report Errors

If you’ve checked your credit reports lately for errors, congratulations! That’s a smart first step to improving your credit score, which can make getting approved for home loans and credit cards, along with getting the best interest rates, a lot easier.

Errors can be ...

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May 27, 2022

Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

 

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence | MyKCM

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your homeownership plans.

Today, buyers are reacting ...

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April 1, 2022

Where will Mortgage Rates Go From Here?

 

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Based on the Primary Mortgage Market Survey from Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has increased by 1.2% (3.22% to 4.42%) since January of this year. The rate jumped by more than a quarter of a point from just a week ago. Here’s a visual ...

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Jan. 19, 2021

Your Credit Score

 

Credit Score Tug Of War

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

About Your Credit Score

Getting information on what affects your credit score and how your credit score works, are some of the most misunderstood ideas. They are also frequently asked questions in Real Estate (besides is now a good time to sell?).  Your ...

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Jan. 12, 2021

NATIONAL HOME APPRECIATION - TOP 5 BEST & WORST STATES

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Check out the National Home Appreciation Report by CoreLogic, which shows the Top 5 states with the best & worst states with home appreciation values. 

HOME PRICE APPRECIATION VARIES FROM STATE TO STATE

National home prices increased 8.2% from November 2019 to November of 2020. 

 

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Nov. 13, 2020

Homeownership, Mortgage Debt & Retirement

 

Homeownership, Mortgage Debt & Retirement -What you need to know

Homeownership, Mortgage Debt & Retirement, are all things to think about when buying a home. Purchasing a home is a dream for pretty much everyone. Why throw good money behind bad rent money? Why pay someone else's mortgage ...

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Oct. 27, 2020

Which Mortgage is Best For you?

Are you shopping for a mortgage? Confused yet? There are different types of mortgage loans that you can choose from, and figuring out which is best for you can be confusing. As you consider these different options, you will be able to discuss the loan programs with your lender ...

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Jan. 26, 2020

TOP 10 Oldest Hotels In Las Vegas History

The top 10 oldest hotels in Las Vegas is a topic, rich with history. Las Vegas has a famous history with stories and narratives of old gangsters, mobsters and illegal happenings.  Las Vegas does have an interesting backstory on how this town came to be.
Starting with the Mormons ...
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Jan. 24, 2020

PRIMARY BEDROOM STAGING

PRIMARY BEDROOM STAGING - WHY IT MATTERS

Staging in the Primary Bedroom really matters and here is why!
When Sellers think about putting their home up for sale, of course, they want top dollar, and of course, they want the Buyers to see that value. As more homes come to market ...
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