Credit Card Debt: The Silent Assasin
Credit card debt in the United States has hit a record $1 trillion, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. This is the first time that credit card debt has surpassed...
Read moreCredit card debt in the United States has hit a record $1 trillion, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. This is the first time that credit card debt has surpassed...
Read moreDespite some moderation in inflation, the Fed raised rates at their July meeting to bring the Fed funds rate up to the 5.25-5.5% range, the highest level in 22 years....
Read moreWhile sensational headlines and opinion pieces may discourage homebuyers from entering the market, the trendlines indicate there are many positive reasons to get off the bench...
Read moreAs the Fed dropped the interest rate to near-zero percent and the president signed the $2 trillion stimulus package passed by congress, the Puget Sound’s housing market continued...
Read moreBy Lysa Catlin, Senior Loan Consultant | Caliber Home Loans, Inc. As we all adapt to a new and unchartered environment, it seems that ‘he who adapts first wins.’ As we saw...
Read more2014 Predictions Happy end of the year! In January, I made some predictions about the state of the mortgage market for 2014. Now that the end of the year is approaching, it’s...
Read moreHome buying in the greater Seattle and Eastside areas can be a true exercise in frustration these days. Multiple offers, escalation clauses, expensive pre-offer home inspections,...
Read moreEconomic news this week: Know your numbers…they are powerful and are telltale signs of the economy and opportunities. The International Monetary Fund (IMF)...
Read moreJumbo Loan Misconceptions 10. Jumbo loans are only for FAT cats? Actually everyone can use Jumbo loan products based on lender qualifications and loan size that is at least...
Read moreEconomic/Market News Here are some of the economic indicators scheduled to be released week: Tuesday, May 27 - Durable Goods Orders & Consumer Confidence Thursday, May...
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