The December 2016 RE/MAX National Housing Report utilizes the sales from November and the November Home Sales Defied the Seasonal Trend Despite the typical winter slowdown, November home sales finished 19.1% above a year ago and prices increased 1.4% over October. All but one of the 53 markets ... » Learn More about December 2016 RE/MAX National Housing Report
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30-year mortgage rate rises yet again – to 4.16%
Two out of three (62.5%) mortgage experts polled by Bankrate.com this week think the mortgage rate will continue to rise over the short term, and 25% foresee little change. Only 12.5% forecast a decline. 30-year mortgage rate rises yet again - to 4.16% Long-term U.S. rates on ... » Learn More about 30-year mortgage rate rises yet again – to 4.16%
Smart Homes Need Smarter REALTORS®
Home-buyers and sellers are showing increasing desire for smart homes and smart home technology, based on the inaugural Smart Homes and REALTORS® report recently released by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). REALTORS®, in turn, are seeking certifications to indicate experience with smart ... » Learn More about Smart Homes Need Smarter REALTORS®
Tips on how to Connect with Family Throughout the Holidays
It's often tough to be faraway from family members during the holidays. Fortunately, there are several ways everyone in your family, wherever they might be, could be included in celebrating the season. Here are a few. Tips on how to Connect with Family Throughout the Holidays 1. Make a date to ... » Learn More about Tips on how to Connect with Family Throughout the Holidays
Mortgage rates hike assist and impair home buyers
With mortgage rates ticking up as investors anticipate the Federal Reserve raising interest rates in December, the expense of borrowing is increasing, and that's leading some new home buyers to speed up their purchases while discouraging homeowners from refinancing existing ... » Learn More about Mortgage rates hike assist and impair home buyers