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Weekly Market Update: 03/15/24

By Jane Tuomala | Mar 18, 2024 | 0 Comments

Week Ending 03/15/2024 Weekly Market Update: High Inflation Helping you navigate the market High Inflation Stronger than expected inflation data was negative for mortgage markets this week. A shortfall in consumer spending was a distant second in importance to investors, and mortgage rates ended the week higher. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is one of […]

Weekly Market Update: 03/08/24

By Jane Tuomala | Mar 9, 2024 | 0 Comments

Economic Data Weekly Market Update for Week Ending in 03/08/2024 Helping you navigate the market Unemployment Rate Climbs This week, the major economic data was weaker than expected, and there were no unfavorable surprises from the Fed. As a result, mortgage rates ended a little lower. Following very strong gains in January, the economy added […]

Weekly Market Update – 01/26/2024

By Jane Tuomala | Jan 26, 2024 | 0 Comments

Week Ending 01/26/2024 Weekly Market Update Helping you navigate the market Inflation Eases The major inflation data released this week was right on target. While GDP growth exceeded expectations, its impact was minor. As a result, mortgage rates ended the week with little change. Fed officials keep a close eye on inflation, and the PCE […]

Weekly Market Update for Week Ending 12/08/2023

By Nicole McCormick | Dec 9, 2023 | 0 Comments

Weekly Market Update from Cross Country Mortgage for the Week Ending 12/8/23 Mixed Labor Market Data The major economic data released this week revealed mixed results. This caused some volatility during the week, but mortgage rates ended with little change. In November, the economy added 199,000 jobs, above the consensus forecast of 180,000, but the […]

Weekly Market Update for Week Ending 12/01/2023

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | Dec 1, 2023 | 0 Comments

Weekly Market Update from Cross Country Mortgage for Week Ending 12/01/2023 Helping you navigate the market Focus on Fed Officials While the major economic data released this week caused little reaction, surprisingly dovish (in favor of looser monetary policy) comments from a Fed official were favorable for mortgage markets. As a result, rates ended the […]

Weekly Market Update for Week Ending 7/28/2023

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | Jul 28, 2023 | 0 Comments

Weekly Market Update from Cross Country Mortgage for the Week Ending 7/28/2023 Helping you navigate the market Fed Hikes Rates If the goal of Fed officials was to avoid any surprises at the meeting on Wednesday, they succeeded, completely sticking to the expected script. They raised the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to […]

Weekly Market Update for Week Ending 7/21/2023

By Better Homes and Gardens Green Team | Jul 22, 2023 | 0 Comments

Weekly Market Update from Cross Country Mortgage for the Week Ending 7/21/2023 Helping you navigate the market CONSUMER SPENDING RISES Mortgage markets were relatively quiet over the past week. There were no significant surprises in the economic data, and Fed officials refrained from any speaking appearances ahead of the meeting next week. As a result, […]

Should I Rent or Should I Buy? [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Nicole McCormick | Jul 15, 2022 | 0 Comments

Some Highlights It’s worth considering the many benefits of homeownership before you make the decision to rent or buy a home. When you buy, you can stabilize your housing costs, own a tangible asset, and grow your net worth as you gain equity. When you rent, you face rising housing costs, won’t see a return on your investment, and limit your ability […]

Should I Buy a Home Right Now?

By Nicole McCormick | Jul 13, 2022 | 0 Comments

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you likely have one question on the top of your mind: should I buy right now, or should I wait? While no one can answer that question for you, here’s some information that could help you make your decision. The Future of Home Price Appreciation Each quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a national panel of […]

Is Homeownership Still the American Dream?

By Nicole McCormick | Jul 5, 2022 | 0 Comments

Defining the American dream is personal, and no one individual will have the same definition as another. But the feelings it brings about – success, freedom, and a sense of prosperity – are universal. That’s why, for many people, homeownership remains a key part of the American dream. Your home is your stake in the community, a strong financial investment, […]

Do You Know the Cost of Waiting? [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Nicole McCormick | May 5, 2017

Some Highlights: The “Cost of Waiting to Buy” is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices and interest rates were to increase over a period of time. Freddie Mac predicts that interest rates will increase to 4.8% by this time next year, while home prices are predicted to […]

Millionaire to Millennials: Buy Now!

By Nicole McCormick | March 28, 2017

Self-made millionaire David Bach was quoted in a CNBC article explaining that “the single biggest mistake millennials are making” is not purchasing a home because buying real estate is “an escalator to wealth.” Bach went on to explain: “If millennials don’t buy a home, their chances of actually having any wealth in this country are little to none. The average homeowner […]

BUILDING YOUR DREAM HOME (ALMOST) STRESS FREE

By Nicole McCormick | March 15, 2017

When building your dream home, much of the stress involved comes from having to make a lot of decisions. Decisions about finding the right lot. Choosing the house plan that best suits your family’s lifestyle. Finding financing. Setting budgets. Making decisions on roofing, siding, windows. Selecting paint colors, flooring, cabinets. Counter tops, tile, lighting, plumbing […]

Warwick Real Estate … the Real Monopoly Game and How to Win

By Nicole McCormick | February 23, 2017

Warwick Real Estate … the Real Monopoly Game and How to Win. Our local real estate market has no doubt been challenging. There are limited properties available to buy. There are more buyers ready, willing and able to purchase residential real estate in our area. Strategic moves that rival the board game Monopoly are required. […]

Five Tips to an Accurate Credit Report

By Geoffrey Green | January 6, 2017

Five Tips to an Accurate Credit Report The key to home buying obviously begins with a healthy credit report. But in this technological age, mistakes happen and in fact, it’s quite common. A minor blip on a credit report could mean the difference between getting a good interest rate and paying thousands more in interest […]

Why New Construction?

By Nicole McCormick | November 21, 2016

There are so many advantages to building your own home! With new construction, everything is brand new. Obviously, right? Buying resale home means checking the age and condition of the roof, the plumbing, the electrical system, the windows, the appliances. Need I go on? When you build new, everything is new, so you don’t have […]

BUILDING YOUR DREAM HOME AT WARWICK RIDGE

By Nicole McCormick | August 23, 2016

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.74″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] BUILDING YOUR DREAM HOME AT WARWICK RIDGE. Home Building is in full swing at the beautiful subdivision at Warwick Ridge and all within the Award winning Warwick Valley School District! What makes a house truly your home is building it ONE […]

Five Steps to Create the Kitchen of Your Dreams

By Nicole McCormick | June 29, 2016

Kitchen of Your Dreams… Remodeling the kitchen can get to be a pain. When you decide to tackle this daunting undertaking, you want to do it right. According to a recent survey by Houzz.com, forty-nine percent of homeowners plan to completely gut their existing kitchen and start with a clean slate. When looking for new […]

The Buying Process -Why Property Taxes Go Up?

By Nicole McCormick | June 7, 2016

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]By Nancy Sardo Here are nine reasons why property taxes go up: Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you should be aware of the reasons why property taxes go up. 1. State and local budget cuts Little of that is in the homeowner’s control. Aside from voting for elected […]

Orange County NY Housing Market Continues it’s ROLL

By Geoffrey Green | May 20, 2016

The Orange County NY housing market is truly on a roll. Units sold are up by almost 35% YTD vs 2015. This comes after a 25% increase in units sold in 2015 vs 2014. What is curious is that the average home price increase is still tepid at best. We saw the first such increase […]

Is New Construction in Warwick NY School District What You Are Looking for?

By Nicole McCormick | April 8, 2016

Welcome to Warwick Ridge! New construction in Warwick, NY with quality of Workmanship & attention to detail throughout the Barlow model. Beautiful open concept Eat-In Kitchen flows into the Large Family Room w/elegant wood burning fireplace and impressive high ceilings. Formal dining and living rooms are perfect for entertaining! Upstairs, retreat to your beautiful Master […]

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