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Tag Archives: Home Buying

Existing Home Sales Rise To Near Record Levels In March

by on April 26, 2005 in Market Update

The National Association of Realtors reported that existing home sales rose to a seasonally adjusted rate of 6.89 million in March. Find out what this means for the upcoming home buying season.

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Curb Appeal – First Impressions Count

by on April 5, 2005 in Homeowners Tips

With summer fast approaching, many Americans are considering trading up to a new home. If you're planning on selling your home this summer, find out three easy ways to increase your home's curb appeal.

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Job Growth Falls Short of Expectations In March

by on April 1, 2005 in Market Update

110,000 new jobs were created in March, well below the 225,000 that most had forecast. As a result, mortgage rates have fallen, giving people another chance to grab a low interest rate.

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Existing Home Sales Fall Just 0.4% in February

by on March 23, 2005 in Market Update

Sales of existing homes dropped a less than expected 0.4% in February but remained at very strong levels. February's 6.79 million annual rate is just over the record 6.784 million existing homes sold in 2004.

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Fed Boosts Rates Another Quarter Point

by on March 22, 2005 in Market Update

Federal Reserve policymakers raised rates another quarter point and signaled that future rate hikes will likely continue at a measured pace. Find out what this means for short term mortgage rates.

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Should You Float or Lock In Your Interest Rate?

by on March 18, 2005 in Mortgage Rates

When getting a mortgage, should you lock in your interest rate or wait for rates to fall? Find out what a rate lock really is and the best times to lock in or float your interest rate.

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Housing Starts Hit 21-Year Highs

by on March 16, 2005 in Home Buying

The U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development reported today that housing starts increased 0.5% in February, reaching their highest level in 21 years. Find out if this record pace is sustainable.

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Five Tax Season Tips for Homeowners

by on March 9, 2005 in Home Buying

As tax season approaches, many Americans scramble to find additional tax deductions. Homeowners have several often overlooked deductions they may be able to take advantage of. Find out how to maximize your deduction with these 5 tax tips.

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New Home Sales Down, But Housing Still Strong

by on February 28, 2005 in Market Update

Despite new home sales dipping 9.2% in January, housing remains strong due to job growth and low mortgage rates. Find out why procrastination might be costly for home buyers.

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Existing Home Sales Dip Slightly in January

by on February 25, 2005 in Market Update

While the National Association of Realtors report that existing home sales dipped slightly last month, 2005 is poised to be another very strong year. Find out how affordable borrowing costs are helping to fuel sales and whether they will continue.

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