Smart Mortgage Show with Bill Litton
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Market Update: Rate Cuts & Refinance Demand Is Up
The mortgage market has been interesting to follow the past few months and September is no different with the upcoming Fed meeting on everyones calendar. Join us as we check in with Bill on what hes
Down Payment Options for an Investment Property
Real estate investing is a great way to build wealth but one of the toughest hurdles is having the money to put down on that new property. You might be tempted to pull from retirement accounts, sell s
The Hidden Costs Of Homeownership and How to Prepare For Them
Homeownership is a financial and personal goal that many folks have in their lives, and its hard to prepare for when you havent experienced it yet. Most first-time homebuyers will look at the cost o
What Changes We’re Seeing for the NAR Realtor Commissions Settlement?
Weve been keeping a close eye on real estate transactions and homebuying following the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Commission settlement because it has been a hot topic in the real estate
Markets are down so what about mortgage rates?
Its been pretty rough across markets the past week beginning with the jobs report at the start of August. While the news been negative and the outlook for the stock market is pessimistic, there might
How do you calculate home affordability for retirees and seniors?
Bill Litton and Cross Country Mortgage work with seniors quite a bit through the homebuying process. And the question that comes up quite a bit is, how do you calculate that.
What Should I Ask My Mortgage Lender?
Today were going to give you the questions to ask your mortgage lender to help determine if they are the right fit. From understanding their availability during non-traditional hours to ensuring they
Questions You Should Ask Your Real Estate Agent
We talk all the time about the importance of having a real estate agent on your side when it comes time to find your next home, but do you know what you should be asking them? Today we want to help yo
Market Update: Real Estate Inventory on the Rise
Heading into July, the biggest news is that inventory is starting to rise. More homes are hitting the market, which is a good trend to see. In this episode, well dive into the rising inventory and wh
Should You Refinance Your Home? Here’s What You Need to Know
Today we want to talk about refinancing and what you need to know if youre considering a refinance for your home. What do you need to know if you're thinking about refinancing? When does