FHA tightens the reigns, Banks pull back should you be worried?

FHA tightens the reigns, Banks pull back should you be worried?

The Federal housing administration over the last several years has been quietly easing the lending standards to increase home ownership.  Montgomery, the director of the FHA, did an abrupt change this month tightening standards “to maintain a better balance of...
Key fed gauge points to rate cuts first time since 08

Key fed gauge points to rate cuts first time since 08

A market indicator watched by the Fed as one of the most accurate gauges of economic health is pricing in lower rates for the first time in more than a decade. It was the first time since March 2008 the gauge, seen as a roadmap for traders’ outlook on Federal Reserve...
2019 Real Estate Market predictions

2019 Real Estate Market predictions

With 2019 coming quickly it is time for my annual real estate predictions.  2019 is shaping up to be considerably more exciting than 2018!  The main economic drivers in 2019 will be the pace of rate increases from the federal reserve, market volatility, the ongoing...
Market correction? Apple down 20%, Treasuries rise, Real Estate invited to the party?

Market correction? Apple down 20%, Treasuries rise, Real Estate invited to the party?

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.  Unfortunately, the market plunge hasn’t helped get many folks into the Holiday Spirit!  What is driving the recent market correction?  Is this a bump or a real problem?  Is this all driven by the fed? Is real estate the next...
Stocks plummet, stock rise, one step you should take today

Stocks plummet, stock rise, one step you should take today

For anyone watching the markets, it has been quite the ride.  I’m feeling a bit seasick from all the motion taking place in the markets! Stocks plummet then come roaring back all within the same day.  What is going on?  As stocks are swooning so are 10-year treasuries...