by Norman Neu | Apr 11, 2023 | Advice For Homeowners, Home Buying, Market updates, Mortgage Rates
As we near the end of March 2023, the mortgage market has seen some movement in interest rates. According to Bankrate.com, the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.93%, while the average rate on a 15-year mortgage is 6.18%. Jumbo mortgages with a 30-year term...
by Norman Neu | Mar 9, 2023 | Advice For Homeowners, Buying A Home, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Planning, Renovation
Almost everyone has experienced the feeling of being sick in their own home. It’s stuffy, you can’t get comfortable, and your throat feels like sandpaper. Maybe you’ve even wondered if your house is making you sick. The good news is that you can take some simple steps...
by Norman Neu | Feb 10, 2023 | Advice For Buyers, Advice For Homeowners, Building Costs, Costs, Down payments, Economic Factors, Home Buying, Home Value
Buying a home is one of the most exciting – and stressful – things you can do. There are so many things to think about and keep track of, and mistakes are easy. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the seven deadly sins of home-buying – from not getting pre-approved for a...
by Norman Neu | Jan 11, 2023 | Advice For Buyers, Advice For Homeowners
The Odyssey, the classic tale by Homer, tells the story of Ulysses and his travels home to his wife and kingdom. On the journey, Ulysses is told he will encounter the Sirens. In Greek mythology, these creatures would tempt sailors to venture near their rocky islands...
by Norman Neu | Oct 12, 2022 | Advice For Homeowners, Interest Rates, Market updates, Mortgage Rates
Are mortgage rates high right now? Forty years ago, in October of 1981, the average mortgage rates were above 18%. A year ago, mortgage rates on 30-year mortgages were below 3%. Are rates higher than last year? Yes, the rates are higher. Are they even close to...
by Norman Neu | Aug 6, 2022 | Advice For Homeowners, Cleaning, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Summer
Late summer is the perfect time for home maintenance projects. Outdoor Home Maintenance 1. Driveway and Sidewalks should be Power Washed Before you begin, check for cracks and weeds. Remove the weeds and fill the gaps. It is time to pressure wash the sidewalks,...
