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Black Americans and the Housing Market

Even though it has been over 50 years since the Fair Housing Act was passed, Black homeownership rates have only risen from 41.8 percent to 42.3 percent[…]

The Fed, Inflation, and Increasing Interest Rates

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) announced plans to start incrementally increasing the FED fund rate throughout 2022.

5 Data Privacy Tips

Data Privacy Week is celebrated to raise awareness about the ways hackers make attempts to steal data online or otherwise. In order to help you keep your[…]

Rate Increase Coming Soon to Second Home and High Balance Loans

Fannie Mae announced it will be issuing a rate increase for second home and high-balance loans this spring.

A Guide to Year End Tax Prep

Taxes may not be due until April, but it’s always a good idea to round out the end of the year by getting your finances in order. There are a few helpful[…]

Conforming Loan Limits are Increasing

There is big news for borrowers: the conforming loan limits are increasing from $548,250 to $647,200.

Tax Exemption Amounts Increase for 2022

The Internal Revenue Service has announced that several gift and estate tax exemption amounts will be increasing for 2022. 

High Balance Loans

FHFA designates some counties in the US as “high cost of living” counties and provides a larger loan limit to accommodate homeowners in those counties.

Discrete Fall Décor Ideas

If you’re like most, you might not want to keep shuffling decorations in and out of your living spaces with the seasons.

Fannie Mae Changes Helping More Renters Turn into Homeowners

Fannie Mae announced that rent payments will now be considered when evaluating a potential borrower’s credit for a loan.