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17 Feb 2021

The Top Ways To Upgrade The Exterior Of Your Home On A Budget

Real EstateExterior Upgrades, Real Estate Tips, Upgrading Home

There are a lot of people who are spending more time at home these days. As the temperature starts to warm up once again, there are some homeowners who are looking for ways to upgrade the outside of their home. Even though there are some people who are looking at installing a brand new patio or deck, this can be extremely expensive. Fortunately, there are ways that homeowners can completely transform the exterior of their home without breaking the bank. Take a look at a few of the top ideas below. Consider Adding An Outdoor Rug First, homeowners should consider adding…

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 15, 2021

Financial ReportsFinancial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Last week’s scheduled economic reporting included readings on inflation, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech on U.S. labor markets, and weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims. Oil Prices Push Inflation Higher in January Rising oil and gasoline prices drove a jump in January’s consumer price index. Inflation rose 0.30 percent month-to-month, which matched analysts’ expectations. The year-over-year inflation rate rose to 1.40 percent but remained lower than the pre-pandemic annual pace of 2.30 percent. The core inflation rate, which excludes volatile food and energy sectors, was unchanged in January. Some analysts expect stronger inflation throughout 2021 due to…

Common Mistakes The Experienced Homebuyers Tend To Make

Home Buyer TipsHome Buying, Homebuyer Mistakes, Neighborhoods

When people are looking at buying a home, there are a few common mistakes that first-time homebuyers make; however, there are mistakes that seasoned homebuyers make as well. What are the most common mistakes that people make when they are looking for a new home for the second or third time? There are a few key examples to keep in mind. Trying To Rush Through The Process The first mistake that experience homebuyers make is that they try to rush through the process. They feel like they understand exactly how it is going to work because they bought a home…