Despite a 0.7% decline in pre-owned home sales in May, volume remained high, making it the second highest month on record. Find out why the housing market has continued to defy earlier predictions.
May Existing Home Sales Reach Second Highest Level On Record
by Clayton Closson on June 23, 2005 in Home Sales
Curb Appeal – First Impressions Count
by Clayton Closson 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.
Existing Home Sales Fall Just 0.4% in February
by Clayton Closson 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.
Fed Boosts Rates Another Quarter Point
by Clayton Closson 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.
Mortgage Applications Rebound After Weeks of Decline
by Clayton Closson on January 24, 2005 in Market Update
Mortgage Bankers Association reports mortgage applications are on the rise. Find out why and see our housing predictions for 2005.
September New Home Sales Up 3.5%
by Clayton Closson on October 27, 2004 in Market Update
The Commerce Department announced new home sales up 3.5% in September, following on the heels of last weeks report of strong existing home sales. Find out what this means for long-term mortgage rates.
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