Rates Low; Market Shift

Slower Housing Market Helps To Keep Mortgage Rates Lower
Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.40 percent with an average 0.5 point for the week ending September 21, 2006, down from last week when it averaged 6.43 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 5.80 percent.... more [Realty Times]

Professional Advice Key During Housing Market Shift
With the housing market at a crossroad you need professional financial help to determine if and when you should buy a home, sell a home, tap the equity or sit on the sidelines until it all blows over... more [Realty Times]

Lifestyle Choices Affect Bottom Line
When it comes to eventually moving into that dream home you have always wanted, keep in mind that many of the choices we make on a house are really driven by lifestyle desires, rather than lifestyle needs.... more [Realty Times]