U.S. Economy Grew 2% in Q1 But Outlook Cloudy

The government’s spending and investment grew at a 9.3% annual rate in Q1 while consumer spending growth slowed to 1.6%. Q1 covered about a month of the Iran war.

Mortgage Rates Recover Some of Yesterday's Losses

Mortgage rates spiked on Wednesday (yesterday) after reports suggested a prolonged blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. As has been the case for most of the past 2 months, interest rate movement was clearly correlated with oil prices. Now today, both are moving back in the other direction though not fo

Buying a Home: Steps to Take for Homeownership

Thoughtful planning can help would-be home buyers prepare for the experience. A clear look at finances and budget is a good place to start.

Don't Skip Having an Open House

Open houses can generate traffic, widen the pool of potential buyers, shorten the decision window and support stronger offers, plus reinforce buyer trust.