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Greenway's Markets in a Minute I What a Trade Deal Could Mean for Rates

Greenway's Markets in a Minute I What a Trade Deal Could Mean for Rates

Please enjoy this quick update on what happened this week in the housing and financial markets     Trade talks with China continue, as the two sides try to reach a 'phase one' deal. A signed deal could pressure mortgage rates slightly higher, as it is expected to improve the economy.   October's consumer prices saw their largest gain since March. Underlying inflation picked up slightly, supporting the Fed's stance of holding off on more rate cuts in the near term.  ...

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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

  It would be amazing if all you needed to prep your home for fall was hang a wreath and light a bunch of pumpkin spice candles. While yes, those are  a part of getting ready for the change of seasons, there are more important (and not exactly fun) preparations that come with being a homeowner.  With that said, fall is the perfect season to tackle general home maintenance projects because the weather is generally dry and temperatures are moderate. Before you start your seasonal home maintenance checklist, examine both the interior and exterior of your home. Most of these home maintenance items can be accomplished without the help of a...

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Greenway's Markets in a Minute I What's pressuring mortgage rates?

Greenway's Markets in a Minute I What's pressuring mortgage rates?

    30 YEAR FIXED MORTGAGE RATES   Please enjoy this quick update on what happened this week in the housing and financial markets.     Continued progress in trade talks with China is helping stocks rally to record highs and driving bond yields higher. Increased bond yields are pressuring mortgage rates higher.   U.S. service companies grew at a faster pace in Oct after sinking to a 3-yr low...

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Don’t Wait Until 2020 to Buy Your Dream Home!

Don’t Wait Until 2020 to Buy Your Dream Home!

  Autumn is in full swing. Kids are back at school, football has started, and the weather is cooling off. In fact, fall is a great time to get a great deal on a new home especially because current market conditions are favorable toward buyers in many areas.  Most home buyers assume buying in the spring or summer gets you the best selection and home shopping opportunities. Experts would disagree. Home buying the in the fall -- especially fall of 2019 -- can yield huge savings on the mortgage rate and home price. It’s wise to start shopping now and take advantage of this window, before the holidays and the cold weather hit. Here are 3 Reasons why Fall 2019 is the...

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Greenway's Markets in a Minute I A Fed Rate Cut and Rising Housing Numbers

Greenway's Markets in a Minute I A Fed Rate Cut and Rising Housing Numbers

For the Week Ending November 1, 2019   Please enjoy this quick update on what happened this week in the housing and financial markets.   The Fed cut policy rates by 0.250% this week, the 3rd cut in as many meetings. A Fed rate cut doesn't directly impact mortgage rates, other than HELOCs. Weekly jobless claims rose more than expected last week. The numbers still support a solid labor market. Consumer spending increased marginally in September, while wages were...

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