All Charlotte NC Real Estate News including, Charlotte Homes for Sale, and Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Reports, and trends
Jul 28
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are beginning to initiate foreclosures at a faster pace. According to a new study from Lender Processing Services (LPS), GSE foreclosure starts have been accelerating and are currently at all-time highs. From May to June, foreclosures initiated by Fannie and Freddie jumped 21 percent. The GSEs’ prime borrowers are performing …
Jun 04
Rates are at a historic low, check out the article that DSNews.com recently published about it! “After weeks of continuous declines, mortgage rates remained nearly flat for the week ending June 3, 2010, Freddie Mac and Bankrate reported Thursday. According to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS), 30-year fixed-rate mortgages averaged 4.79 percent with …
Jun 03
Trulia.com and RealtyTrac recently surveyed US adults to get some insight into what people think is involved with buying a foreclosure. Here are the Top 10 Myths that were recently posted on Trulia.com and the facts to set the record straight: 1. Foreclosures need a huge amount of work. 92 percent of consumers expressed that …
May 24
Mortgage rates continue to decline, and now could be an optimal time to consider buying Charlotte homes, or a Charlotte real estate investment property. The latest data from Zillow Mortgage Rate Ticker indicates that mortgage rates remain steady at 4.84% for a 30 year fixed loan. Yet, even though rates are low, it is critical …
May 11
The recent debt crisis in Greece has wreaked havoc on the markets, and many are concerned that the problems in Greece could spread to other European countries including Spain and Portugal. This has resulted in a flight to safety, as investors look to reduce risk by finding more stable investments. One of the few positives …
May 11
So you are interested in a Charlotte home for sale, and ready to begin house hunting. But before you apply for a mortgage loan, it’s important to determine the potential cost of your home. One feature of our website is a mortgage calculator that allows homebuyers to calculate the cost of a mortgage so you …
May 11
If someone told you that you could buy a home with little money down, would you believe them? Perhaps you should reconsider. Buying a home with little money down can be a possibility with some help and a little planning. Here are some options to consider: 1) Buying a home with a “seller carry back” …
May 11
If you are considering buying a home in Charlotte, now is a great time. Why? The homebuyer tax credit for first-time buyers has been extended until April 30, 2010. What does this mean for homeowners? Here are the basics:
May 11
If you are looking at the purchase of a home in the Charlotte, NC area, it is advisable to get some expert help to secure a good deal. You wouldn’t go to a plumber for legal representation, so why not work with local expert Charlotte realtors to help you find the home of your dreams. …
