Credit Score Improvements The CFPB (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau) shared a concern to the credit industry regarding medical debt and consumers. The director of the CFPB stated that 58% of the debt and collections on people’s credit reports is medical debt. As a result, the credit bureaus have agreed to alter the data reported on …
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You can’t pick up any article or watch anything on TV related to the economy today, without hearing the word recession. The National Bureau of Economic Research determines when a recession starts and ends. Typically, they define this as two consecutive quarters of negative gross domestic product (GDP). But there are other factors involved including …
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With property values in much of the country up over 20% year-over-year and more and more catastrophic weather-related situations, real estate property taxes and homeowner’s insurance are likely to be significantly higher this year. If you are a homeowner and you escrow as part of your monthly payment for taxes and insurance, you receive an …
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According to recent data from Redfin, Atlanta Metro’s median monthly rent is currently $2,095. That’s $392 higher than the current median mortgage payment in Atlanta, which is $1,703 (*includes 5% down payment). Redfin’s Chief Economist, Daryl Fairweather, states, “Those who choose to rent may save money in expensive housing markets in the near term, but …
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Scott’s Perspective The current real estate market of high demand/low supply has some speculating that history will repeat itself in the form of another Financial Crises like what occurred in 2008. I’ve read headlines lately mentioning a “Housing Bubble”, and warning of the “Imminent Housing Crash!” However, nothing could be further from the truth. Leading …
With home inventory at record lows and property values increasing significantly over the past few years, you might be wondering if it makes sense to wait until things calm down to buy a home. The media would have you believe that we are in another 2008/2009 scenario where the market might crash. The reality is …
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If you’re a millennial, homebuying might be top of mind for you. Your generation is the largest group of homebuyers in the market today and has been since 2014, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). And while other millennials are looking to buy for the first time, you may be one of the many who …
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Homeownership has long been considered the American Dream, and it’s one every American should feel confident and powerful pursuing. But owning a home is also a deeply personal dream. Our home provides us with safety and security, and it’s a place where we can grow and flourish. This week, we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther …
Scott’s Perspective Just about a year ago, I had the distinct privilege of listening to a gentleman who is quite inspiring. You see, I am involved in a national coaching program for mortgage professionals, and we have two retreats each year. Jesse Itzler spoke at our fall retreat and challenged all of us to live …
Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the importance of getting a home appraisal and an inspection. That’s because high buyer demand and low housing supply are driving intense competition and leading some buyers to consider waiving those contingencies to stand out in the crowded market. But is that the best move? Buying a home is …
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