After three mostly stagnant weeks, total mortgage applications were on the rise last week, with refinancing applications mostly leading the charge...
More States Break Previous Home Price Peaks
Fifteen states and the District of Columbia soared to new highs in home prices in June.
Top 5 Landscaping Tips to Increase Property Value
Landscaping is one of the most important ways to increase your property’s value quickly. In fact, a gorgeous landscape design can increase the value of your home by at least 5 to 11 percent—and maybe more. The best part about landscaping is that even though it’s one of the most valuable home improvements you can make, it’s […]
Millennials Have the Lowest Credit Scores of All Generations
As millennials have now passed baby boomers as the largest segment of the U.S. population, this digitally independent generation is still much less savvy than older generations when it comes to their finances and credit management. Experian® recently released key findings today that provide a glimpse into the credit management habits of millennials and show […]
Top 10 Cleaning Tips from Hotel Housekeepers
Nobody knows how to clean faster and more thoroughly than a hotel maid. To cut down on the time you spend cleaning, take these tips from Radisson Housekeeping Manager Maria Stickney: Clear the clutter – Removing the clutter removes the temptation to dust or mop around things. Clear away towels, bathmat, cups and glasses and […]
Why it’s getting cheaper to buy a home in North Carolina
The average closing cost for a home mortgage in North Carolina has dropped 26% in the past year, according to an annual survey by Bankrate.com.
However, the state still ranks among the 10 most expensive in the country when it comes to mortgage origination and other fees.
It costs an average of $1,911 in origination fees and third-party costs, such as appraisal and inspection services, to buy a home with a mortgage in North Carolina, according to Bankrate's survey. That total is down from $2,599…Park Road site targeted for big mixed-use development
Grubb Properties and Foothills Capital are seeking a mixed-use rezoning for a 10.7-acre office property on Park Road that would allow the firms to add residential, retail and hotel uses at the site.
The firms have met with adjacent land owners and other community members, and Grubb says it is planning one of its Link apartment developments for the site, which is located on the east side of Park Road, between Mockingbird Lane and Abbey Place.
The property is currently home to the 4601 Park Road…The 10 ‘Easiest’ Places to Buy a Home
Realtor.com® debuts a new index that pinpoints which markets offer the best in affordability and choices for home buyers.
Texas Home Prices Reach New Highs
For the first time, the median price for Texas homes has soared to $200,000.
Buyers Are Paying Less in Closing Fees
Closing costs dropped 7.1 percent year-over-year, but experts warn costs are likely to rise in the coming months.