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Mortgage Rates, Average Loan Size Both Fell
According to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Weekly Applications Survey, average mortgage rates fell last week for 30-year fixed-rate loans with

2022 FHA Loan Guide: Types of FHA Loans
In our last blog, we explored what an FHA loan is and some of the basic requirements, rates, and benefits

New Homes Supply Hits 14-Year High
The low supply of homes for sale has been the housing market’s primary issue for years now. That’s why an

The Most Popular Photos In Home Listings
These days, most buyers start their home search online. In fact, according to one analysis, 97 percent of recent home

How Much Should You Budget For Utilities?
You can certainly buy a home without thinking about your budget, but it’s not advisable. Without a clear understanding of

Home Builders Cautious About Market
Typically, home builders are a good gauge of the future housing market. After all, their business depends on being able

Active Listings Grow For First Time In Years
The number of homes for sale has been lower than normal for years now. Home shoppers looking for a home

Large Suburbs See New Home Construction Dip
Pandemic-related lockdowns made many Americans want more space. So when home buyers came back to the market, sales in the

2022 FHA Loan Guide: Requirements, Rates, and Benefits
If you want to buy your first home in Missouri, consider an FHA loans. Tailored especially for first-time homebuyers, the

Americans Say It’s A Good Time To Sell
Fannie Mae’s monthly Home Purchase Sentiment Index measures how Americans feel about the housing market and economy. It asks respondents

Typical Mortgage Payment Increased In April
Calculating how much house you can afford can be difficult. You have to take your budget into account and keep

How Many Showings Does The Typical Listing Have?
Every homeowner with a home to sell wants to attract qualified buyers. After all, the more interest there is in