Federal Reserve: No Change on Target Fed Funds Rate

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) of the Federal Reserve did not move to increase the Fed’s target federal funds rate, which is currently 0.00 to 0.250 percent. Although the committee acknowledged further progress toward…

Moving to the City? How to Downsize from a Large House to a Smaller Condo or Apartment

With the higher cost of real estate in central urban areas and with real estate space at a premium, many who make the decision to relocate will need to downsize from a larger house to a smaller condo or apartment.

Buying a Home This Summer? Our Guide to Finding the Perfect New Neighborhood

Finding the perfect home to purchase is easier said than done, and savvy home buyers understand the importance of researching the neighborhood as well as the home.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 15, 2015

Retail sales rose for the third consecutive month. May sales increased at a seasonally adjusted rate of 1.20 percent according to Commerce Department data.

Get Rid of Wi-Fi and Cellular Dead Zones in Your Home with These Easy Tips

If you have a dead zone in your home, this issue can easily cause you considerable frustration on a daily basis, and you may be wondering what steps you can take to overcome the problem.

Niche Marketing: How to Market Your Home as the Perfect Rental or Investment Property

In some cases, it is advantageous for a homeowner to position a home as a great rental property or investment property, but this requires the right strategy.

Selling Your Home? 3 Reasons Why You May Need to Accept a Bid That’s Below Your Asking Price

When a homeowner makes the decision to sell his or her property, it is most common for a skilled real estate professional to provide valuation services so that a reasonable asking price can be established.

Did You Know? The Location of Your Home Plays a Role in Your Selling Price – Here’s Why

One of the most common questions homeowners have before listing their home for sale relates to the selling price. Understanding the value of the home is about far more than…

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 8, 2015

Last week’s economic news included reports on construction spending, Freddie Mac’s mortgage rates survey and several employment related reports.

Hunting for the Best Local Schools? Here Are 5 Checklist Items You’ll Want to Look For

There are numerous factors that you may review when choosing a new place to live. If you have children, the quality of the schools and the level of education that your kids will receive in the schools is important. When you are looking at schools, use this helpful checklist to guide you in making a great decision.