It’s getting harder and harder to re-explain how affordable these mortgage rates are now as they dip even lower than last week. Read this week’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey to see why.
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Mortgage Rates Drop Back to Near Historic Lows
by Travis Pelto on April 4, 2013 in Mortgage News, Mortgage Rates
Know Your Mortgage: Escrow
by Travis Pelto on March 28, 2013 in Homeowners Tips
Have some burning questions about what escrow is and how it relates to your mortgage? Well read on my friend, because this week’s Know Your Mortgage has the ins and outs of escrow.

Pro Tips to Improve Your Yard for Spring
by Travis Pelto on March 27, 2013 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
Don’t let the crippling grasp of cabin fever hinder you from making some big decisions about the outside of your house. Follow these tips from experts at Lowe’s to improve the appearance of your lawn and the value of your home.
New Home Sales Increased in January – Market Update
by Anthony Fontana on February 25, 2013 in Market Update
Demand for treasuries was dampened as economists report new home sales increased in January and consumer confidence improved as well.
Markets Closed In Observance of President’s Day – Market Update
by Anthony Fontana on February 18, 2013 in Market Update
This week’s economic calendar features the release of FOMC minutes on Wednesday and the Producer Index and Consumer Price Index.
Level of Treasuries Held by Dealers Decreases – Market Update
by Anthony Fontana on February 15, 2013 in Market Update
A couple of reports released yesterday showed that the level of treasuries held by dealers dropped, which caused a demand for treasuries.
This Week in Financial Blunders: Squatters, Football and Job Cuts
by Travis Pelto on February 15, 2013 in Mortgage Rates, Zing Zone
From gigantic corporations to a humble squatter, everyone is vulnerable when it comes to financially motivated mishaps. Here’s this week in financial blunders.
Valentine’s Day: By the Numbers
by Anthony Fontana on February 14, 2013 in Saving, Trends
In 2012, the average guy was expected to spend almost $170. Some predict that number could jump nearly 10 percent this Valentine’s Day. Is it just me, or does that seem like a lot of money to spend on what many people consider a “Hallmark holiday?”
Black Entrepreneurs Demonstrating Modern Black History
by Travis Pelto on February 14, 2013 in Zing Zone
February holds more eclectic holidays, events, and noteworthy happenings than any other month on the calendar, but people forget about the event more important than any of those, Black History Month. Take a moment to see which African American Detroit based business makers are making history now.
Euro-Area Recession Deepened in Fourth Quarter – Market Update
by Anthony Fontana on February 14, 2013 in Market Update
Reports showed the euro-area economy shrank .6 percent in the final months of 2012. That is the worst performance in almost four years, as output slumped in its three largest economies.
