Home Affordability Set To Worsen On Thursday’s Retail Sales Data

January 11, 2012 by · 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.

Retail Sales Expected To Rise; Mortgage Rates Should Rise, Too

October 13, 2011 by · Leave a Comment 

The American Consumer is alive and well, it seems. Retail Sales are up 14 months in a row.

Rita Kerins – dedicated expert Chicago Realtor