Posted on February 26, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Heading to a new place can be an exciting time; however, this is going to have an impact on someone's relationships with family members and friends. The idea of relocation can be stressful for these emotional attachments. This can cause…
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Posted on February 25, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
It is important for everyone to take steps to diversify their assets. While many people take this to mean holding multiple stocks, bonds, and mutual funds in the market, this also includes branching out into the real estate industry. The…
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Posted on February 24, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Last week's scheduled economic reporting included readings on builder confidence in housing markets, housing starts and building permits issued and sales of previously owned homes. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.
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Posted on February 21, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
It may come as a surprise for some people to learn that not everyone uses a real estate agent when buying or selling a home. Whenever someone is looking to move, it is critical to rely on the experience of…
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Posted on February 20, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
The National Association of Home Builders reported a housing market index reading of 74 in February; the index reading was one point lower than for January and was only two points below the highest reading of 76 reported in December.…
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Posted on February 19, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Real investing is not only a great way to diversify assets but can also be used to generate both income and capital appreciation. While this is a fantastic opportunity, it is also important to choose investment projects carefully. It is…
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Posted on February 18, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Last week's economic reporting included releases on inflation, retail sales, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.
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Posted on February 14, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Investing in real estate is a great way for someone to diversify his or her assets; however, there is a common hurdle that almost all real estate investors face. This comes in the form of a down payment.
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Posted on February 13, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
Many individuals and families are looking for ways to reduce their energy consumption. Running the heater during the winter and the air conditioner during the summer can have significant impacts on someone's energy consumption and costs. It should come as…
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Posted on February 12, 2020
by Lara Bertrand in Blog
It can be hard to convince a lender that a young person is ready to buy a house. There may not be a long credit history, a lack of assets might make it hard to fund a down payment, and…
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