Author Archives: Michael Addison

Homebuilder Confidence Moves To 5-Year High

After a brief dip in April, the National Association of Homebuilders reports that the Housing Market Index rose 5 points in May to 29. Continue reading

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Home Affordability Getting A Springtime Boost From Greece

Home affordability is receiving a boost from across the Atlantic Ocean this spring. Continue reading

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How To Seal A Granite Countertop

To protect the granite in your home, be sure to seal your countertops at least once annually. Continue reading

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Mortgage Rates Make New All-Time Lows (Again)

Conforming mortgage rates continue to drop. Continue reading

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8-Fold Increase In “Improving Markets” Since September

The economic and housing recovery continues nationwide, but the recovery remains an uneven one. Continue reading

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With LIBOR Low, Don’t Rush To Refinance Your ARM

Is your mortgage scheduled to adjust this season? You may want to let it. Continue reading

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Reverse Mortgages : Pros And Cons

A reverse mortgage is exactly what it sounds like — a mortgage in reverse. Here’s some analysis on the program and how it could work for you. Continue reading

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Small Repairs That Can Raise Your Sales Price

5 simple projects you can tackle in a weekend, and that will help your home show better. Continue reading

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Planning For A Memorial Day Closing

Planning to close on your home at the end of May? Plan ahead. Memorial Day is coming and the holiday may delay your closing. Continue reading

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Make A Mortgage Rate Plan Ahead Of The Jobs Report

Been shopping for a mortgage rate? You may want to lock something down. Tomorrow morning, mortgage rates are expected to change. Unfortunately, we don’t know in which direction they’ll move. Continue reading

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