Posted on July 20, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Last week's economic reports included readings from the National Association of Home Builders on housing markets along with Commerce Department data on housing starts and building permits issued. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and unemployment claims were also…
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Posted on July 17, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
The era of social distancing has impacted everyone and this has left people wondering how they are going to maintain control over their sanity. The positive news is that social distancing doesnât mean that people have to stay inside at…
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Posted on July 16, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Congratulations on moving into your new house! But hold on. Now that the house is yours, there are a few things you'll want to do in order to make life in your new home more comfortable and secure. Before you…
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Posted on July 15, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
The purchase agreement is a vitally important document that outlines the provisions, terms and conditions for the transfer of property. It should be read carefully and any ambiguities should be clarified prior to signing.
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Posted on July 14, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Size matters when you are buying a new home. Whether you plan to expand your family, need more room for your stuff, or are concerned with resale value, you want to get the most space for your money.
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Posted on July 13, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Last week's scheduled economic news included readings on consumer credit, job openings, jobless claims, and mortgage rates.
Consumer Borrowing Declined at Slower Pace in May
According to Federal Reserve data, consumer borrowing fell at a slower annual pace of -5.30 percent in…
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Posted on July 9, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Much to the frustration of taxpayers all over the country, the tax-filing season begins in January and runs through April 15 of each year. The year 2020 brought us many changes, including an extension on filing taxes. Taxes this year…
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Posted on July 7, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
As a homeowner, there are numerous situations in which someone might need a home service professional. On the other hand, this can also create a sense of vulnerability because people might not know who to choose. In order to find…
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Posted on July 3, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Renovating a home is not only a way to increase the family's standard of living but it can also be seen as an investment. There are multiple ways for someone to increase the value of their home and renovations are…
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Posted on July 2, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
One of the first decisions you will need to make when selling your home is what price you want to sell it for. This is also one of the most important decisions you will make. Here are some reasons why…
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