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09 Sep 2021

Four Excellent Reasons You Should Check Your Real Estate Agent’s References and Testimonials

Real Estate TipsBuying a Home, Home Seller Tips, Homeowner Tips

There are different methods that home buyers may use to find a real estate agent to work with. While some may use the services of a real estate agent who they know personally, others may reach out to a professional who they have located online. Regardless of whether you previously knew the individual in a non-professional setting or not, it is important that you check your agent's reference and testimonials before you get started with the home buying process. There are several good reasons for this. The Importance Of Accessibility Whether you are trying to find the perfect property and…

A Complete Guide: What Is A Credit Freeze And Why Is This Helpful?

Credit ScoringCredit Safety, Freezing Credit, Real Estate Tips

Due to recent changes in federal regulations, consumers are now allowed to freeze their credit free of charge. Prior to changes in these regulations, credit bureaus would charge consumers for freezing their credit. What does this mean, and why might someone want to do this? Freezing Credit Restricts Access To Confidential Information There are certain situations where consumers may need to have access to their credit reports. For example, they may be applying for a home loan or a car loan. There are other situations where consumers may not need access to their credit reports for an extended amount of…

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 7, 2021

Financial ReportsFinancial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Last week’s economic news included readings on home prices from Case-Shiller; readings on construction spending and pending home sales were also released. Weekly data on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. Case-Shiller Posts New Record for Home Price Growth in June U.S. home prices continued to gain at record levels in June according to S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices. The National Home Price Index rose from May’s seasonally adjusted annual reading of 16.80 percent growth to 18.60 percent year-over-year home price growth in June. Case-Shiller’s 20-City Home Price Index reported no change in the top three cities for…