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Traditionally, after Thanksgiving dinner, millions of us have rushed to the stores and malls to get a jump on our holiday shopping. Some of us started our shopping on Thanksgiving proper, while others got up early to brave the enormous crowds for those awesome, in-store Black Friday deals. With COVID-19 raging, many people have decided … Continue reading Seven New, Innovative Black Friday Traditions
You may have friends who have done it, and you might be considering doing it yourself. We’re talking about buying a second home. Sometimes this is a wonderful idea, and other times it’s not the best move. Before you dive in and start calling mortgage companies, there are some things to weigh into the decision. Reasons … Continue reading Is Purchasing a Second Home a Good Investment?
MARKET COMMENT Mortgage bond prices finished the week lower which put upward pressure on rates. Rates were relatively flat Monday morning but spiked higher Monday afternoon into Tuesday morning as stimulus talks broke down. The data was mixed. The Fed “Beige Book” showed slight to modest economic recovery but noted, “Districts characterized the outlooks of … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, October 26th, 2020
MARKET COMMENT Mortgage bond prices finished the week lower which put a little upward pressure on rates. Conventional rates were higher the beginning of the week, but we chipped away at the losses Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning. The data was mixed. Producer prices rose 0.4% vs 0.1%. The core, which excludes volatile food and … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, October 19th, 2020
Most people hate math. Especially ratios. So, when you hear the term “debt-to-income ratio” you probably don’t get excited. So, let us put it a different way: Do you want to be able to buy a house? If the answer is “yes” then you need to start understanding what a debt-to-income ratio is and what … Continue reading What Is A Debt-to-Income Ratio…and Why Does it Matter?
Are you looking for some budget-friendly ways to get out of the house with the family while practicing physical distancing policies? We won’t lie folks…it’s not easy in these trying times, but we have a few solid suggestions for your family to stay safe and get out of the house at the same time. Nature … Continue reading Fun Fall Activities for the Whole Family
MARKET COMMENT Mortgage bond prices finished the week lower which put upward pressure on rates. Rates were higher the beginning and end of the week with only a slight reprieve Thursday morning. News reports focused on additional stimulus talks between Congress and the US Administration. Stocks reacted strongly both negatively and positively to various developments … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, October 12th, 2020
Finding the best mortgage loan for you can seem daunting. There are so many choices! The good news is that with a little research and a smart loan officer, you are sure to pick the right one. Who knows? It may even be a USDA home loan. Not sure what a USDA loan is, or if you … Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions Regarding USDA Home Loans
Whether you plan to eat the ripened goodness of a pumpkin in a pie or plan to take a knife to it for the ideal Halloween haunted look, there is a right way to choose the best from the crop. Check out these easy tips for picking a winner every time! Harvesting Tips Pumpkins can … Continue reading Looking for the Perfect Pumpkin? These Tips Ensure Your Pumpkin is Great!
MARKET COMMENT Mortgage bond prices finished the week slightly higher which put a little downward pressure on rates. Rates were quiet the first portion of the week despite solid data. Consumer confidence was 101.8 vs the expected 88.5. The Fed dominated trading again with billions of dollars of MBSs daily. Tame data Wednesday kept rates … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, October 5th, 2020
