The National Flood Insurance Program is expiring at the end of September, unless congress makes a move to change that. There is no guarantee that they will, as the NFIP is likely tied to a bill that may or may not pass. While they may make a short-term move to prevent the expiration from causing problems, if you're in the process of purchasing a property right now, this article has important information...
by Barry Frette
Housing prices are inching upward after a brief period of decline. Despite the fact that the fall and winter months usually experience a slower real estate market, the persistently low inventory is causing prices to rise. This is happening even in the face of higher interest rates and uncertainty due to the potential difficulty in obtaining flood insurance if Congress allows the National Flood Insurance...
by Barry Frette
Are mortgage rate reductions on your mind? Are you looking to buy or sell a house? Good news! Analysts predict mortgage rates will decline over the next year or two. Take steps now to secure the best rate possible. It's all spelled out right here: Why Are Mortgage Rates So High, and How Long Will They Stay Up? Mortgage rates appear to have peaked and are now on a downward trend. Mortgage Rates...
by Barry Frette
What should you do with your broken, damaged, or malfunctioning appliances: does it make more sense to repair them, or replace them? In a perfect world, one could indefinitely continue repairing a well-made appliance and it would continue to serve you from the day you bought it to the day you move out. Appliances of the past were made to last, but planned obsolescence seems to be universal these days,...
by Barry Frette
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