Monthly Archives: July 2012
Planning Ahead For The Federal Reserve’s Next Move
The FOMC meets today for the fifth time this year. Mortgage rates will be volatile for the next few days. Make sure to have a plan.
How To Beat The Bacteria In Your Kitchen
Along with bathrooms, kitchens are the most bacteria-heavy rooms in a home. Here’s how to keep yours clean.
Pending Home Sales Index Falls Just Short Of 100
The Pending Home Sales Index is on a 14-month winning streak.
New Home Sales Slow After Fast Start To 2012
Sales of new homes slipped 8 percent in June.
Home Values Rise 0.8% In May 2012
The housing market’s bottom is 9 months behind us. Home values continue to climb nationwide.
Home Prices Have Bottomed Out!
Well, according to Zillow, home prices have officially bottomed out and we have turned the corner for the housing market. The housing market has seen home prices rise for 4 consecutive months. Stan Humphries, chief economist at Seattle-based Zillow, noted …
Mortgage Rates Down 1 Percent In One Year
30-year fixed rate mortgage rates have now dropped through 5 consecutive weeks, and in 11 of the last 12 weeks.
How To Clean A Water Aerator
Homes with aerated faucets use up to 50% less water than homes without. Here’s how to clean them.
Existing Home Supply Ticks Higher To 6.6 Months Nationwide
Home resales slipped more than 5 percent last month, putting a damper recent housing market enthusiasm.
Singe-Family Housing Starts Rise For 4th Straight Month
New construction housing is in a post-recession rally.
