The Fed has raised rates only twice in the past decade.
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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
March 16, 2017
Today's Headlines
Fed Votes to Raise Rates: The Housing Impact
The Federal Reserve voted on Wednesday to raise its key interest rate just three months after its last rate hike. How will this effect home buyers?
Economic Confidence May Be Housing's Buoy
Consumers are getting more confident about the economy and their finances, and that could bode well for the real estate market.
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Automated Appraisals, AMCs Worry Appraisers
Most appraisers today are satisfied with their work but they're worried about the rise of automated appraisals and they're not happy with appraisal management companies.
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What to Watch for in Home Renovations
Home renovations can help boost the resale value of a home, but they can also quickly turn into a money pit, if renovators aren't careful.
New Email Scam Can Trick Google Users
The latest phishing scam uses a fake Google sign-in page to grab account names and passwords and has experts calling it "devilishly clever." Don't get duped.
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Why Builders Are Feeling So Upbeat
Builder confidence soared to a 12-year high this month. What has them so giddy?
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