Category Archives: Buying a Home

NAHB: New homes vital to greater economy

The sales of newly-built homes remain at a tepid pace in today’s market, and analysts said more emphasis needs to be placed on encouraging homebuyers to apply for a home loan and purchase a new home. New homes benefit more … Continue reading

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Most Americans see homebuying as solid investment

Americans remain optimistic about the value of buying a home, according to a new survey. Rasmussen Reports surveyed 1,000 U.S. residents during March, finding that 55 percent said buying a home was the best financial move a family could make. … Continue reading

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Home price declines may be slowing

In a possible sign that property values are ready to hit bottom and recover, the Federal Housing Finance Agency reported home prices declined at a slower rate in January. According to the latest report from the FHFA, U.S. home prices … Continue reading

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Report says new households forming at a quick pace

With the economy showing signs of growth and the jobs market picking up, young Americans say they’re eager to leave the nest and purchase a new home of their own. Experts told Bloomberg U.S. households are being created at a … Continue reading

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Applications soar amid improving job picture

A new industry report showed mortgage applications rebounded during the week ending March 4, in part because homebuyers responded to strong jobs figures. Total mortgage volume increased a seasonally adjusted 15.5 percent from the previous week, reported the Mortgage Bankers … Continue reading

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