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8 Ways to Elevate Your Customer Experience
As a service professional, you've likely prioritized "customer service" since day one. But have you really evaluated all the opportunities..
Nov 14, 20234 min read


Weaker Economic Data
Overview: Weaker than expected economic data was positive for mortgage markets over the past week. Major reports on the labor market,...
Nov 8, 20232 min read


Rising Inventory Offers Hope to Homebuyers
New-home sales numbers bring good news. If you’re struggling to decipher the current mortgage market, reach out to me for a consultation...
Nov 1, 20231 min read


No Surprises from Fed
Overview: Wednesday’s Federal Reserve meeting revealed no unexpected information and caused little reaction. Similarly, a key inflation...
Nov 1, 20232 min read


Home Sales Mixed
Overview: Market-moving events were scarce over the past week. No major economic data was released, and no developments in the Middle...
Oct 25, 20232 min read


Retail Sales Remain Strong
Overview: Over the past week, stronger than expected economic data was negative for mortgage markets. In particular, consumer spending...
Oct 18, 20232 min read


Grow Your Email List and Bolster Your Business
'Tis the season to make your (email) list, and check it twice! As the end of the year approaches, do you find yourself wishing Santa...
Oct 13, 20234 min read


Labor Market Excels
Overview: Over the past week, the events in the Middle East far outweighed the economic news. As a result, mortgage rates ended the week...
Oct 11, 20232 min read


Mortgage Rates Climb
Overview: Over the past week, the major economic data remained relatively strong overall, and Federal Reserve officials showed no...
Oct 4, 20232 min read


Housing Market Value Hits New High
And survey says homeownership is still key to the American Dream. “If the economy evolves as projected, the [FOMC] projects that the...
Oct 3, 20231 min read


New-Home Sales Rise Year-Over-Year
Overview: There was little major economic news over the past week. Mortgage rates increased a bit more, reaching the highest levels in...
Sep 27, 20232 min read


Fed Holds Steady
Overview: Over the past week, global central banks indicated that while continuing to fight inflation, they plan to hold short-term rates...
Sep 20, 20232 min read


Housing Affordability Takes a New Hit
And 7% rates are sticking around. Are you feeling the heat trying to grow your business this summer? Let’s talk about how we can work...
Sep 14, 20231 min read


Energy Prices Rise
Overview: Over the past week, investors were overwhelmingly focused on the key Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report. The results...
Sep 13, 20232 min read


8 Ways to Develop Your Leadership Skills
Don’t wait for a leader. Become one! When we think of strong leaders, either throughout history or within our own careers, we often fall...
Sep 7, 20234 min read
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