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Mortgage Rates Continue to Climb for Fifth Straight Week

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2023-10-12 11:34

The 30-year fixed rate mortgage continued its upward trajectory this week, increasing to 7.57%, up from last week’s increase to 7.49%, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) released by Freddie Mac Thursday.  This week’s numbers:  30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.57% as of October 12, 2023, up from last week when it averaged…

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Zillow launches new feature for home search by school district

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Thu, 2023-10-12 11:28
The feature, which is currently available only on Zillow's iOS mobile app, allows homeshoppers to select a school district and then displays school attendance zone boundaries and homes available for rent or for sale within those boundaries.

Top 6 DIY Truck-Rental Companies Reviewed

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2023-10-12 11:13

Moving can be both an exciting and daunting experience. The thrill of a new beginning awaits, but the logistics of packing, loading, and transporting your life’s belongings can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are DIY moving companies that can help alleviate some of the stress and expenses associated with relocation.  We will explore the top six…

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How One Company Is Revamping the Mortgage Process

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2023-10-12 10:53

Above: Guaranteed Rate’s Mike Dye While the mortgage industry has traditionally focused on lenders’ needs and priorities, Guaranteed Rate has flipped the script by putting the interests of customers first.   “In the age of Amazon, society has conditioned us to want quick results. What we have effectively created together is a niche in the industry…

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Inflation Stays High; NAR Chief Economist Cites Rising Rents as Catalyst

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2023-10-12 10:25

Inflation remained high in September after picking up over the summer as gains in rent and other services offset another decline in used car prices and a smaller rise in gasoline costs. The Consumer Price Index rose 0.4% in September on a seasonally adjusted basis, after increasing 0.6% in August, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…

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NAR Forms New Commission Aimed to Transform Culture

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2023-10-12 10:17

In a major action designed to show the real estate industry that it has serious intentions to change company culture, the National Association of REALTORSⓡ announced on October 11 that it has appointed a 75-member Culture Transformation Commission, comprised of members and association staff. First reported by NAR’s REALTORⓡ Magazine, the focus of the commission…

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