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John F. Kennedy has been gone nearly 60 years, and Jackie Kennedy (Onassis) nearly 30, but the couple still resonates with people. The first home that they owned as a married couple is for sale in Washington DC. If youâre ever in a guessing game about the most expensive places to live in the United States, stick with the safe bets: New York and anything California. Seems the press has latched on to declining home sales, but declining due to high prices, lack of inventory, or lack of buyerâs interest? Other stories indicated increasing home sales, but in certain price ranges, more builder inventory, or continued Millennial first-time home buyer interest? Take your pick. Meanwhile, lenders and originators have their continued regulatory speedbumps. Orrick reports that, âThe Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS), on behalf of the NMLS Policy Committee, issued a request for public comments on proposed uniform state licensing standards for mortgage companies. The Proposal: Mortgage Business-Specific Requirements would create a national standard for mortgage industry licensing to help improve uniformity within the state system and streamline the licensing process for mortgagees seeking licensure in multiple states.â (Todayâs podcast can be found here and this week itâs sponsored by MGIC. Since 1957, MGIC has insured more than 13.5 million mortgage loans with innovative products, tools and strategies that help customers solve problems and fuel growth. Explore tools and solutions to boost your business here. Listen to an interview with Townstone Financialâs Barry Sturner and Garris Horn LLPâs Richard Horn on the CFPBâs recent judicial failures.)
High Mortgage Rates Putting a Damper on Million-Dollar Homes – The MReport
High Mortgage Rates Putting a Damper on Million-Dollar Homes The MReport
Is It Cheaper to Build or Buy a House?
Buying a home is a major investment. You want to put your money into a house thatâs going to meet the needs of you and your family. However, if that house isnât available, you may consider building a home. Is ⦠Continue reading â
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Are Medicare Premiums Tax Deductible?
If youâre nearing the age for Medicare eligibility, there are some things you should know about Medicare. One of those things is whether Medicare premiums are tax-deductible. You want to ensure you file your taxes correctly, but you also want ⦠Continue reading â
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Should You Lower Your Mortgage Rate With Discount Points?
It might be wise to lean toward paying mortgage discount points to reduce the interest rate. Here’s how to make a decision that fits your circumstances.
Is The Texas Chainsaw Massacre house real? Finding Leatherfaceâs fearsome farmhouse in the Texan countryside
In 1974, Tobe Hooper, legendary director of several classic horror flicks including Poltergeist and Salem’s Lot, introduced us to Leatherface. A totally terrifying serial killer with zero mercy and a penchant for human skin masks and motorized landscaping equipment. In The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, he ruthlessly hunts down a helpless group of teenagers who happen upon his […]
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Homeowner aspirations, misconceptions seen in report
“If mortgage rates on a new home are what’s holding them up, potential sellers would be wise to remember that they can refinance if rates come down. Though it’s not a strong buyer’s or seller’s market specifically, it could be one that allows current homeowners to play both sides well.” Will mortgage rates eventually go … [Read more…]