Mortgage rates didn’t budge much over the last week amid mixed signals as to the economy’s strength as the holiday season kicked into full drive. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.68% during the week ending Dec. 5, unchanged from the previous week, Freddie Mac reported Thursday. Compared to a year ago, mortgage rates were more than a full percentage point lower. During this same week last year, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.75%. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped one basis … [Read more...]
Style by Fire: How to Pick the Perfect Fire Pit to Heat Things Up Outside
November 13, 2019 by
good fire pit can take your outdoor space from meh to downright magical with one strike of a match—especially on a crisp autumn night. But finding the perfect fire pit for your backyard can seem like an impossible task, especially considering the crazy-big selection that’s out there. Should you choose something simple and portable, or something more permanent that will become a design element in your home? Do you need space to cook, or are you just hoping to stay warm while stargazing? … [Read more...]
10 Design Trends Coming To A Home Near You
October 29, 2019 by
Design trends flip and flop over time. For example, when bright colors are popular, you can expect darker, moodier colors to take over next. You can probably chalk it up to homeowners getting tired of designs they’re seeing everywhere and wanting something different. Whatever the reason, design trends are always in flux. To get a snapshot of what’s trending now, we asked several designers and home builders what their clients are requesting. Here are 10 design trends they think are on the rise. 1. Warmer … [Read more...]
Where Buyers Are Cashing In! The Top 10 U.S. Markets for Flipping
October 21, 2019 by Leave a Comment
These days, it seems like just about everyone is either getting into the real estate game or wistfully dreaming about it. The popularity of HGTV has made many folks believe they can pocket some serious cash renovating an old home and then reselling or renting it out for sweet, sweet profits. Easy! But then there's a pesky little thing we call "reality." To truly make bank in the housing investment game, you need to pick your markets carefully—especially since profits just about everywhere are being squeezed … [Read more...]
