Mortgage Rates, Higher Home Prices Hinder Affordability Compared to March 2024, the monthly mortgage payment in April 2024 increased by 5.7%, while the median price of single-family homes increased by 0.1%. By: Michael Hyman Mortgages & Home Financing Powered by WPeMatico
Paint Firms Choose ‘Stain Exterior Colors of the Year’ Find some color inspiration for decks, front doors, siding and more. By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Design & Architecture, Design Trends Powered by WPeMatico
Showcase Your Eye for Design With a .realestate Domain In a field where bold and creative designs are make-or-break factors in closings, shouldn’t your website reflect your unique aesthetic? Marketing, Effective Online Marketing Powered by WPeMatico
https://www.benefits.va.gov/HOMELOANS/documents/circulars/26-24-14.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 06/17/24 (This information is only accurate as of 06/17/24. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 06/17/24 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org) This information is not legal advice. This… Continue Reading VA Circular or Rules Variance
Instant Reaction: CPI, June 12, 2024 Inflation is moving in the right direction, but it is not quite at the point for the Fed to cut interest rates. By: Lawrence Yun Powered by WPeMatico
Post Settlement MLS Rules Changes will remove the OFFER of compensation from MLS. Recall that MLS is a CONTRACT between participants. Recall from your real estate schooling that a CONTRACT results from an OFFER and an ACCEPTANCE and CONSIDERATION. Therefore, the OFFER of compensation in MLS becomes a mere COMMUNICATION or ADVERTISEMENT of compensation, but… Continue Reading NAR: Advertising Compensation, Seller Concessions Post Settlement MLS Rules Changes Coming in August
https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/veterans-affairs-signals-temporary-suspension-of-buyer-agent-payment-ban?lrh=f3d3398596de554c8ce28d0171fc77ec79f4cbe447d90ba1a9b8eade908d8477&nwsltr=navnar&utm_term=A535F674-1FE5-4DE7-86BF-2B71C40DD9BA Posted by: Byron King on 06/11/24 (This information is only accurate as of 06/11/24. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 06/11/24 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org) This information is not legal advice. This… Continue Reading NAR: Good News on VA Loans
When You Shouldn’t Ignore the Cracks in the Wall Not all cracks are the same. Learn how to separate minor cosmetic imperfections from more significant structural problems. Design & Architecture Powered by WPeMatico
Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, June 6, 2024 The 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac eased slightly to 6.99% over the last week from 7.03%. By: Jessica Lautz Mortgages & Home Financing Powered by WPeMatico
Instant Reaction: Jobs, June 7, 2024 A net of 272,000 payroll jobs were added to the economy in May 2024, which is an acceleration from recent months. By: Lawrence Yun Powered by WPeMatico