Why Agents Should Use Facebook Marketplace

Marketplace listings can work for rentals, entry-level homes or luxury properties, with quick responses to messages key to turning comments into customers.

Rates Rise on Friday, Now Near 2-Month Highs

Mortgage applications posted a modest increase last week, even as rates ticked slightly higher. According to MBA’s Weekly Applications Survey for the week ending November 7, total volume rose 0.6% on a seasonally adjusted basis and dipped 1% unadjusted. The Refinance Index fell 3% from the previous

Mortgage Rates: 30-Year Up, 15-Year Down

Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.24% from 6.22% last week, while 15-year rates averaged 5.49%, down from 5.5% last week, Freddie Mac said.

Housing Programs to Resume After Spending Deal

Federal housing programs are starting again after the shutdown ended, restoring FHA, VA, USDA and NFIP activity. Closings may still see delays due to backlogs.