For 85 years, American families of modest means looked to FHA for affordable mortgage loans to attain the dream of home ownership. But these homeowners, many of whom are minority and first-time home buyers, now face a rude awakening. They will be saddled with years of excessive premium payments amounting to tens of thousands of dollars. The...
President Donald Trump’s “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” was officially signed into law on December 22, 2017 with 4 goals in mind: 1. tax relief for middle class 2. simplify the tax code 3. grow the American economy 4. avoid adding to national debt While that all sounds fine and dandy, many Americans are still confused and afraid of the...
Alright, alright. We know the giving season is approaching, BUT there’s never any harm in giving a little bit to yours truly. 😋 Don’t worry, we won’t tell. With that being said, it’s time to bust out your home owner wish list, and get ready to shop for the best deals on the best day to shop: Black Friday! Whether in...
Don’t leave those pesky, minor fixes as a frustration — DIY! You don’t need to spend an arm and leg to call in a maintenance worker to repair some of the little things that go wrong in a home. With these 10 top tools, your toolbox will carry just the right tool for your everyday fixes. With a quick YouTube tutorial and the right tools...
On average, homeowners will move at least 1 time within a 5 year span, according to the US Census Bureau. Does that surprise you? There are a many reasons why people move: additions to the family, empty nesters, retirement, health status, job relocation, or even just the thought that the grass is greener on the other side. The list goes on and on...
Take a look at the sales force in today’s mortgage banking industry and you will likely see a trend. What will you see? The current talent pool is male dominated with an average age creeping closer and closer to retirement. Recruiters in the mortgage industry are looking to restock their cupboards with new blood – but that is easier...
Yesterday, President Obama spoke to the nation in front of many in Phoenix, Arizona, discussing topics from jobs & the economy to FHA & homeownership overall. There were a few key points that are really awesome news for everyone: “2014 was the strongest year for job growth since the 1990’s… Home sales are up nearly 50% from...
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