Beyond the Mortgage: What Moving Really Costs

Moving costs go beyond housing. Taxes, transportation, utilities, insurance and everyday expenses can shift by location, changing how far a budget really goes.

Mortgage Rates Hold Steady For Most Lenders

Thursday saw a continuation of the recent trend of very low volatility for mortgage rates. The average lender's top-tier 30yr fixed rates were perfectly unchanged from yesterday and in the same narrow range as the past 7 business days (6.29-6.33%).  Despite the uneventful outcome, there was som

New Credit Models Could Bring in More Buyers

Updated scoring models will allow government-backed loan programs to consider additional data in underwriting, including rent and utility payment history.

Good Agents Help Shape Smarter Decisions

Putting homes in front of buyers isn’t enough. Strong pricing, presentation and agent insight help guide better decisions early in the process.