What Does the Fed Rate Cut Mean for Home Prices? At the last two Federal Reserve Board meetings, the agency cut the federal funds rate — for a total of 0.75%. You might think this means all interest rates will automatically drop by that same amount, but that’s not really how it works. The federal […]
Reverse Mortgage Might Help Widowed Retirees
How a Reverse Mortgage Might Help Widowed Retirees I found this article through one of my lenders and thought I would share it. The death of a loved one can be a turbulent time for widowed retirees, both emotionally and financially. For widowed retirees facing financial uncertainty following a spouse’s passing, a reverse mortgage can […]
Reverse mortgage. Very useful and very misunderstood
Reverse mortgage. Very useful and very misunderstood It’s very important to dispel one common misconception about the reverse mortgage. When the borrower takes out a reverse mortgage, he or she does not give up ownership of the home. As the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau points out, the borrower keeps ownership just like all other common […]
Drop in Mortgage Refinance Rates
Here’s how many borrowers should refinance after the recent drop in mortgage rates Here’s how many borrowers should refinance after the recent drop in mortgage rates. A massive drop in mortgage rates will likely spark refinance activity. Mortgage rates fell 22 basis points last week to 4.06%, an event that will likely be a gamechanger […]