Even though rising mortgage rates are causing a slight slowdown in today's real estate market, homes in desirable locations are still flying off the shelf. As such, you might conclude that staging a home prior to putting it on the market isn't as necessary as it once was. But, think again. Staging is a big part of marketing a home. So, if you are asking yourself, To stage or not to stage in today's real estate market? take note of the following: … [Read more...] about To Stage or Not to Stage in Today’s Real Estate Market
Knowing when an ARM Loan is a Good Idea
Mortgage rates for a 30-year fixed are at an all-time high according to Mortgage News Daily, rates not seen since 2009. Meanwhile, the rate for an ARM loan is a percent or more lower. Today, knowing when an ARM loan is a good idea is more important than ever. As an agent navigating your clients through uncertain financial times, you need to understand Adjustable Rate Mortgages and how they will affect buyers. When considering an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, keep the following three factors in mind: … [Read more...] about Knowing when an ARM Loan is a Good Idea