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Fed Minutes Show An Improving U.S. Economy Threatened By The Eurozone
January 12, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
The Federal Reserve has released the minutes from its most recent Federal Open Market Committee meeting. December’s Fed Minutes shows Fed members with a positive, cautious, take on the economy.
Home Affordability Set To Worsen On Thursday’s Retail Sales Data
January 11, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
Consumer spending continues to rise nationwide, fueled by jobs growth and a rosier outlook for the U.S. economy. Unfortunately for mortgage rate shoppers, it may also lead to higher mortgage rates later this week.
Lock Your Mortgage Rate : New Loan Fees Expected Within Days
January 10, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
Starting soon, nearly all home buyers and refinancing households nationwide will pay higher mortgage loan fees. Congress has made it law.
How To Clean Your Microwave Without Harsh Chemicals
January 9, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
The organic way to clean your microwave oven.
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Are A Relative Bargain Today
January 6, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
Adjustable-rate mortgages are a relative bargain as compared to fixed-ones.
Are You Locked ? Friday’s Job Report Will Make Mortgage Rates Move.
January 5, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
If you’re floating a mortgage rate, or have yet to lock one in, today may be a good day to call your loan officer. Friday morning, the government releases its Non-Farm Payrolls report at 8:30 AM ET.
Housing And Mortgage : The Experts Make Their 2012 Predictions
January 4, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
As the new year begins, there are no shortage of stories telling us what to expect in 2012.
How To Clean An Oriental Carpet
January 3, 2012 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
The process of cleaning an oriental rug is different from cleaning plain carpet. Here’s how to do it.
Pending Home Sales Index Rises Back Above 100
December 30, 2011 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
Low home prices and mortgage rates have combined to push home affordability to record levels nationwide. Home buyers are taking advantage.
Nationally, Home Prices Off 18.3 Percent From April 2007 Peak
December 29, 2011 by Rita Kerins · Leave a Comment
The government confirms what the private-sector Case-Shiller Index reported yesterday. Nationwide, average home values slipped in October.


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