Why Your Asking Price Matters More Now Than Ever
Most sellers come into the market with one number in mind. And it’s often the one that costs them the most. That's their asking price.A survey from Realtor.com shows about 8 in 10 (80%) of sellers expect to sell at or above their asking price today. But here’s where things get interesting.In reality
Why Buyers Shouldn't Overlook a Fall Move
You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…While everyone’s paying attention to mortgage rates, only the savviest buyers know that the changing season can start tipping things in their favor. Because every fall, buyers tend to get more to
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage climbs to highest in 13 months
Higher borrowing costs are limiting buyers’ purchasing power and contributing to sluggish home sales. The average 15-year rate also rose to 6.04%.
Fed governor ties rate decision to inflation report
Fed Gov. Christopher Waller said higher-than-expected August inflation could lead him to support a rate hike during the Federal Reserve meeting Sept. 15-16, potentially pushing mortgage rates higher. The August inflation data comes out Sept. 11.