November 2013 - Platinum Lending Solutions

Quick Tips To Prepare Your Home For The Winter

November 29, 2013
Mortgage News

The calendar has turned and with that we receive less sunlight, colder temperatures, and shorter days ahead, it's an opportune time to cross those last-minute maintenance items off your homeowner to-do list.

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Savoring The Good Things In Life

November 27, 2013
Mortgage News

"There's always something to be thankful for. If you can't pay your bills, you can be thankful you're not one of your creditors" – Author Unknown

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Get The Low Down On Pending And Existing Home Sales This Month

November 26, 2013
Mortgage News

The National Association of REALTORS reported Monday that pending home sales dropped by -0.60 percent in October after falling at a revised rate of -4.60 percent in September.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 25, 2013

November 25, 2013
Mortgage News

Last week’s scheduled economic news was varied, but mortgage rates fell and jobless claims were significantly lower than expected. The minutes for last month’s FOMC meeting were released, and confirmed the Federal Reserve’s intention to leave its quantitative easing program unchanged at least for the near term.

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Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas For Your Home

November 22, 2013
Mortgage News

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and if you're opening your home for the family get together, that usually means you'll be decorating. If you've racked your mind for ideas and none sound just right, here are a few decorating ideas that might help you along your way.

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Fed Meeting Minutes Show Hope In Economic Growth

November 21, 2013
Mortgage News

The minutes of the Federal Reserve's Federal Open Market Committee meeting held October 29 and 30 were released Wednesday. The meeting began with a report from the Manager of the System Open Market Account and included updates on developments within domestic and foreign financial markets.

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4 Tips To Save For That Down Payment

November 20, 2013
Mortgage News

In order to save up a huge amount of cash for the down payment on your first mortgage, you need a solid savings plan! When you take out a mortgage on your new home as a first time homebuyer, the more you can pay as a down payment the better.

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Housing Market Index Shows Builder Confidence Remains Above 50

November 19, 2013
Mortgage News

The National Association of Home Builders released its Housing Market Index for November on Monday. This month's HMI reading was 54 against expectations of a reading of 55. October’s reading was also 54 after being downwardly revised.

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