Joe Gonzalez at CrossCountry Mortgage, Inc.

11 Simple Ways To Save Money Toward The Purchase Of Your New Home

Posted on April 4, 2019 by joeglez

If you find it difficult to make ends meet, these tips will help you save money in ways that are easy to do and create substantial savings over time.

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Real Estate Investing 101: Identify Your Investing Style

Posted on April 3, 2019 by joeglez

Are you just starting on your real estate investing journey? Many newcomers are surprised to learn that there’s more to making money on the real estate market than buying and selling. These are some of the most popular strategies real estate investors use to create profits. Which one is right for you?

3 Pros And Cons Of Renting Or Owning A Home

Posted on April 2, 2019 by joeglez

Home ownership is highly valued in our culture. However, buying a home isn’t the best decision for everyone. Examine the differences between owning and renting your home to help you decide if now is the time to buy.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 1st, 2019

Posted on April 1, 2019 by joeglez

Last week’s economic reports included readings from Case-Shiller on home price growth, Commerce Department readings on housing starts and building permits issued. The Conference Board issued its monthly reading on consumer confidence. Pending home sales and weekly reports on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

3 Ways to Reduce the Environmental Impact of Your Home Renovation Project

Posted on March 29, 2019 by joeglez

The right home renovation strategy can increase property values and improve the comfort and utility of your space. However, your actions could have a harsh impact on our natural resources.

Case-Shiller Home Price Growth Slower in January

Posted on March 28, 2019 by joeglez

Home price indices issued by S&P Case-Shiller showed further slowing in home price growth in January. The national home price index showed 4.30 percent home price growth for the three months ended in January. Analysts expected home prices to grow 4.20 percent for the same period in cities surveyed by Case-Shiller. More cities reported declines in home prices than those that posted gains in home prices.

Are Multi-Unit Properties the Right Move for You?

Posted on March 27, 2019 by joeglez

Real estate isn’t a one-size-fits-all pursuit. Buying and renting multi-unit properties is one of the ways investors build residual income while increasing their property portfolios. However, multi-unit rentals come with some unique challenges. Are you ready to manage a multi-unit rental property?

What Causes Mortgage Interest Rates To Fluctuate?

Posted on March 26, 2019 by joeglez

The mortgage interest rate represents the cost of borrowing money to purchase a property. Mortgage interest rates are not fixed; that is, they fluctuate from one period of time to the next.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – March 25th, 2019

Posted on March 25, 2019 by joeglez

Last week’s economic news included readings from the National Association of Home Builders, Federal Reserve Federal Open Market Committee and a press conference by Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Sales of pre-owned homes in February were reported along with weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.

14 Remodeling Projects That Increase the Value of Your Home

Posted on March 22, 2019 by joeglez

Your home is likely your largest investment. Beyond repairs and regular maintenance to keep it clean, comfortable, and safe, there are a number of projects that can increase the resale value of your property. These renovations top the list of changes you can make that positively impact your home’s value.