As the New Year is just around the corner, it's time to make your New Year's resolution. This year, why not resolve to pay off your holiday credit card bills and gain the advantages that come from paying off your debt?
Make a Resolution to Pay Off Your Holiday Debt
by Clayton Closson on December 29, 2006 in Market Update
Fed Raises Rates 16th Time in a Row
by Clayton Closson on May 10, 2006 in Market Update
The Federal Reserve has raised short-term interest rates yet again – the 16th rate increase in a row since mid-2004. What does this mean for homeowners with adjustable rate mortgages? And how is the housing market reacting?
Possibility of Inverted Yield Curve Equals More Refinancing
by Clayton Closson on February 15, 2006 in Market Update
The market is facing a possibility of a recession and is watching closely as short-term interest rates continue to get closer to long-term rates. The closer the two rates come together, the more people with adjustable rate mortgages are refinancing into fixed-rate mortgages.
Conforming Loan Limits to Increase Significantly
by Clayton Closson on November 30, 2005 in Market Update
Fannie Mae will increase the conforming loan limit in January 2006. However, some lenders are making the change immediately, ahead of Fannie Mae. How much is the increase and what does this mean for existing and prospective homeowners looking for a mortgage?
Dis-ARM to a Low Fixed-Rate
by Clayton Closson on June 9, 2005 in Mortgage Rates
An unexpected drop in long-term mortgage rates is creating tremendous opportunities for homeowners. Find out why now is the time to refinance your ARM to a fixed-rate mortgage.
Mortgage Q&A – Refinancing A 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage
by Clayton Closson on April 8, 2005 in Mortgage Rates
A couple currently has a 30-year mortgage at a good interest rate. They are wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of refinancing to an interest-only mortgage would be. Find out how managing your mortgage can help you meet your financial goals.
Why Would You Consider an ARM Now?
by Clayton Closson on March 25, 2005 in Market Update
The Fed announced Tuesday that rates have raised one-quarter percent. Find out why getting an ARM might be better than getting a fixed-rate mortgage, even in a rising rate environment.
Refinance Your ARM to a Fixed-Rate Interest-Only Mortgage
by Clayton Closson on March 14, 2005 in Mortgage Rates
Many economists are predicting that Alan Greenspan will continue to raise interest rates. Waiting to refinance your mortgage can be costly. Find out how a fixed-rate interest-only mortgage can protect you from rising rates and give you monthly payment flexibility.
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