We saw mortgage interest rates drop again in the last 30 days. The recent change will save new borrowers another $3 per month for every $100,000 borrowed. Average U.S. rates for 30-year fixed rate mortgages were at 2.65% as of this week. Last month at this time, they were sitting at 2.71%. Of course, both are historically low.
Buying a new house in the Sarasota/Manatee area is an exciting event, perhaps allowing you to live in the home of your dreams. As you make plans to move in, you may also be considering ways to create a stunning interior for your new living space. Florida interiors capitalize on the fresh breezes, warm climate and many days of sunshine.
Whether you are looking to buy, sell or invest in real estate, it is important to understand market conditions. Real estate is hyper-local, with market dynamics changing from subdivision to subdivision. However, county trends generally give you a good idea of what to expect.
Many people think selling your home during the holidays or winter is not a good idea. This could not be further from the truth this year. Historically, it is true that the spring market is a better time to sell a house in most markets. However, this holiday season is different.
You have more options than ever when mattress shopping these days with no shortage of brick-and-mortar and online-only retailers to choose from. Here are some of the factors you should consider when you are shopping for a perfect night’s sleep.