Budget-Friendly Ideas to Boost Curb Appeal

Quick and inexpensive fixes, such as painting a front door or replacing a worn welcome mat, can help make a great first impression on prospective buyers.

How to Build Equity in a Home

Home equity is one of the biggest financial benefits of homeownership. Make it count by paying on time, paying extra, renovating and waiting for the value to grow.

Mortgage Rates Finally Tick Slightly Higher

Post-NFP Rally Momentum Fades When bonds string together several successive days of improvement, the probability of a corrective bounce increases. This is especially true as the rally covers more ground and more time. With 10yr yields dropping nearly 30bps over 4 consecutive sessions, a corrective b

Pre-Approval: A First Step to Homeownership

Securing pre-approval before starting a home search is essential. It strengthens offers, shows seriousness and helps with a smoother buying process.