A new home that is “Green” is not only great for the environment but can also save you money monthly. For environmentally-conscious homeowners wanting to minimize their footprint and their energy bills, there are four areas upon which to focus. In-Home Energy-Efficiency According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as of December 2012, buildings account for 68 percent of the nation’s total energy consumption. …
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week : January 7, 2013
Mortgage rates in Ozark rose during the first week of 2013. The fiscal cliff crisis was resolved prior to the market’s opening Wednesday, when legislators voted to approve a deal. While many tax cuts were extended for taxpayers earning less than $450,000 annually, other facets of the fiscal cliff issue are yet to be addressed, …
Pending Home Sales Index Cruises To Multi-Year High
Home buyers continue to push the U.S. housing market forward with first time home buyers contributing nearly 40% of all purchases here in the Springfield, Missouri market. In November, for the second straight month, the Pending Home Sales Index eclipsed its benchmark reading of 100, posting a value of 106.4. The Pending Home Sales Index …
Post-Fiscal Cliff, Mortgage Markets Turn Attention To Jobs Data
Post-Fiscal Cliff, Mortgage Markets Turn Attention To Jobs Data Up, Up, Up! Mortgage rates moved higher Wednesday as congressional leaders voted to avoid the “Fiscal Cliff”. Mortgage-backed securities (MBS) fell as investors bid up stock prices. Confidence among investors and consumers typically causes mortgage rates to rise. That’s what happened Wednesday. For Thursday and Friday, expect jobs …
How To Make An Emergency Preparedness Kit For Your Home
Emergency Preparedness Kit For Your Home Some natural disasters can be forecast — hurricanes, snow storms and, in some cases, flooding. Other disasters occur unexpectedly, such as tornadoes and earthquakes. As a homeowner or renter in Nixa , it’s a safe idea to prepare for disaster or unexpected emergency. Every home should maintain a ready, …
