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Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over two decades (see graph below):   That can feel like a little bit of a gut punch if you’re thinking about making a move. If you’re wondering whether or not you should delay your plans, here’s what you really need to know.    How Higher Mortgage Rates Impact You   There’s no den...

 

During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, allowed those homeowners to spend more time in their favorite places or with different home features. Keep in mind, a luxury home isn’t only defined by price. In a recent article, Investopedia shares additional factors that push a home into this category: location, such as a home on the water or in a desirable city, and featu...

For most real estate investors, cash for down payments is the bottleneck. The choke point, the constraint that sets the speed limit on how fast you can build your rental portfolio. This means if you want to grow your portfolio faster, you need to solve the down payment problem. 

Whether you're buying your first property or your 14th, try out the following ideas to make real estate investing more affordable.

1. HELOC or RELOC

While homeowner mortgages don't typically allow you to borrow any part...

WOW!! Amazing property now available for sale in Timber Trails. This package offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, Loft, and Master-Suite with open floor plan. Loads of light stream into every part of this home. The kitchen, living and dining area are spacious and cozy. The screen porch has been installed with heaters making your enjoyment last longer stretching into the cooler seasons. The spacious deck transitions easily to a play area. The home also located on almost 1 acre parcel is set back of the...

Residential Real Estate for Sale in Albrightsville PA at 62 Chickadee Ln

Moutain Escape- 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. You'll be amazed as your eye leads to the 17' vaulted ceilings and a fabulous 2-story wall of glass. A comfortable living area with fireplace, dining area for eight and breakfast bar. The well-equipped open kitchen, with its outdoor view, allows conversation while preparing your favorite dish. Spectacular Game Room with Fossball and multigame table, and stonefaced firepla...