by Editor | Jul 11, 2025 | General News
By Amy Connolly Two new NAR guides share real-world advice on lowering energy bills and what to consider when buying a home with history. ORLANDO, Fla. — Need ways to lower a home energy bill or tips for buying a home with old-world charm? Two new Consumer Guides by...
by Editor | Jul 11, 2025 | General News
By Holden Lewis A stronger jobs report and global trade uncertainty pushed mortgage rates higher. More buyers are considering adjustable-rate loans. NEW YORK — Mortgage rates turned upward this week after falling the previous five weeks in a row. The 30-year...
by Editor | Jul 11, 2025 | General News
By Gary M. Singer Club rules can’t override deed laws and owners can keep names on the title even if the club limits who qualifies for membership. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Question: A lady I know recently purchased a country club property together with her...
by Editor | Jul 10, 2025 | General News
By Alex Veiga Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.72% from 6.67% last week, while 15-year mortgage rates rose to 5.86% from 5.80%, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said. MCCLEAN, Va. — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged up this week, ending a five-week...
by Editor | Jul 10, 2025 | General News
Researchers lowered their Atlantic hurricane forecast to 16 named storms, 8 hurricanes and 3 major storms, citing slightly cooler sea temps. MIAMI — While still anticipating above-normal hurricane activity through the end of November, Colorado State University...
by Editor | Jul 10, 2025 | General News
By Matthew Emery Fannie and Freddie will now accept VantageScore 4.0, a move that could help more buyers qualify by including rent, utility and telecom payments in scores. WASHINGTON — On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte...
