Gary Pierpont Blog

USA TODAY has a report on the .05% increase in mortgage rates—nothing to be alarmed about. Existing home sales are up 3.2%, as well. More, here.

 

Ilyce Glink and Samuel J. Tamkin at the Washington Post address a reader’s question about the best way to pay off their mortgage loan in a shorter time. More, here.

 

Kelsey Ramírez, with HousingWire, compiled a list of 5 trends in real estate over the last 35 years. More, here.

 

Jack M. Guttentag, Professor of Finance Emeritus at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, shares 5 mortgage shopping mistakes to avoid. More, here.

 

The Washington Post reports that mortgage rates have risen, slightly. The increase may be attributable to an anticipated Federal Reserve rate increase later this year. More, here.

 

The Albuquerque Journal has a piece with 4 questions to consider asking your next real estate agent. More, here.

 

Sean Becketti, chief economist at Freddie Mac, said “The 10-year Treasury yield leaped to a two-week high following reports of the European Central Bank retreating from its bond-buying program ahead of its initial March deadline…Over the past two weeks, mortgage rates have remained fairly flat while Treasury yields have fallen and risen.” More, here.

 

Scott Sheldon shares a valuable tip on patch.com to help getting approved for a loan a bit easier. More, here.

 

Ilyce Glink and Samuel J. Tamkin respond to a question on washingtonpost.com about selling real estate to one’s child. Their advice is measured and worth reading if you’re considering making a similar transaction in the future. More, here.

 

If hiring a professional photographer isn’t in your budget, these tips will help you achieve better results when taking pictures with your phone. More, here.