CAR Market Matters

Talking Points Total mortgage application volume rose just 0.4 percent seasonally adjusted compared with the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. The slight dip in rates last week did boost applications to refinance by 3 percent for the week,...

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A message from C.A.R. President Geoff McIntosh

Fellow REALTOR®, It’s hard to believe the year is half over. It’s been a busy six months on the legislative front with more than 130 housing bills introduced in the legislature this year alone, and C.A.R. is tracking every one of them. Just yesterday, the state...

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CAR Market Matters

Talking Points Here are some mortgage tips for first-time buyers, including: Know your credit score. The credit score can be a big key to knowing how much buyers can afford and how much interest they’ll be paying. Home shoppers should be encouraged to check their...

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Mortgage Hotline Available

It’s nice to have a Trusted Mortgage Resource Hotline always in your back pocket, right? The FREE C.A.R. member benefit provides you with invaluable one-on-one assistance with: Finding & Working with a Lender Loan Qualifications Down Payments Closing of...

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CAR Market Matters

Talking Points NAR’s 12th Housing Pulse Survey shows a vast majority of Americans believe that buying a home is a solid financial decision, and most believe that homeownership helps create safe, secure, and stable environments. The survey, which measures consumers’...

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