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Team Mortgage Mikes December 23, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 23rd, 2019

Last week’s economic reports included readings from the National Association of Home Builders on housing markets; the National Association of Realtors(R) released data on sales of previously-owned homes and the Commerce Department released readings on housing starts and building permits issued. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 20, 2019

The Most Commonly Searched Household How-To Remedies

Owning a home comes with a lot of responsibility. Many of the responsibilities that people think about involve home maintenance. There are few things that frustrate a homeowner more than having repair and maintenance bills come up. At the same time, it is important to address these properly.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 19, 2019

Culture Clash: Why Boomers Are Moving Back to Big Cities

“Baby Boomers,” defined as people who were born between 1946-1964, are the wealthiest generation to ever retire, as well as the largest. According to U.S. Census Bureau projections, the population of people 65 and older will increase by 36% between 2013-2023 and is expected to outnumber children by 2034 — for the first time in U.S. history.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 18, 2019

The Risks And The Rewards Of Buying Homes In An ‘As-Is’ Condition

When considering buying a home in an “as-is” condition, the buyer takes all the risk of anything needed to bring the property back up to current building codes and make it ready for occupation or re-sale. There can be bargains in as-is properties if you know how to hunt for one.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 17, 2019

How Growing, Multi-Generational Families Impact Home Design And Financing

There has been a surge in families who have multiple generations living together. In many cultures, children take care of their parents as they age. This is done in an effort to repay the parents for raising them during their childhood.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 16, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 16th, 2019

Last week’s economic reports included readings on inflation and retail sales; the Federal Reserve released its post-meeting statement from its Federal Open Market Committee. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.