Applications For New Home Purchases Jumped in June

After increasing 20% in May, applications for mortgages for new home purchases surged again in June, rising 17.9% month-over-month and 14% compared with June 2018, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey(BAS). “Ongoing concerns about economic growth and trade policy likely kept some potential buyers out of the market despite lower mortgage rates,” says Joel Kan, associate…

Should I Refinance My Home?

With the recent lower interest rates, many homeowners are wondering if they should refinance. To decide if refinancing is the best option for your family, start by asking yourself these questions: Why do you want to refinance? There are many reasons to refinance, but here are three of the most common ones: Lower your interest…