With Seattle rents rising steadily in 2017, a lot of renters in the area are now eyeing homeownership as a possible alternative. And here's an important point to consider. Home buyers who use fixed-rate mortgage loans to buy a house…
The Seattle housing market currently has the highest rate of home bidding wars among U.S. cities, according to a recent report. It's just one more reason why home buyers should be pre-approved for a mortgage loan, before making an offer…
Are you thinking about buying a home in Oregon? On the fence about whether you should buy in 2017 or 2018? Here's something to consider. Home buying costs in Oregon are expected to continue rising through 2017 and into 2018,…
With steadily rising home prices, and a recent drop in mortgage rates, many Denver residents are now asking the question: Should I buy a house in Denver, Colorado in 2017? Here's one way to look at it. Last week, the…
Home prices in Washington State are currently higher than they've ever been before, and they're expected to continue rising over the coming months. As a result of this trend, home buyers in Washington are always looking for ways to save…
With house values still rising across the state, and a recent drop in mortgage rates, 2017 might be a good time to refinance a home loan in Washington. Earlier today, Freddie Mac published the results of its latest weekly survey…
According to the Mortgage Bankers Association, home refinancing activity rose by 11% this week compared to last, as more homeowners completed applications for a refinance loan. Are you thinking of refinancing your mortgage in the Portland, Oregon area? Wondering if…
With mortgage rates fairly stable, and the likelihood of additional home price increases, this could very well be the best time to buy a house in Oregon. Of course, the ideal timing will depend on many factors -- including personal…
Do you plan to buy a home in Oregon sometime soon? Have questions about mortgage loans, down payments, and other aspects of home finance? Then keep reading. This guide provides a fully updated overview of mortgage down payment options in…
The Salem, Oregon real estate market is hot in 2017. Home prices in and around the city have risen by more than 10% over the last year alone, as of May 2017. And a new report showed that homeowners in…