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08/12/2021

The drop shows the lowest level since January 2020.

Those who are filling out purchase mortgage applications are requesting bigger loan amounts, but there are fewer applicants.

08/05/2021

The increase gives some renewed help to current buyers.

Buyers are finding more options on the market, but inventory challenges persist: The number of homes for sale remains 43% lower than a year ago.

07/29/2021

A recent study shows that a lower supply of homes helped drive above-asking price sales.

Buyers aren’t lingering either: A quarter of sellers said they had five or fewer showings before going under contract, a new survey shows.

07/22/2021

Moving into a new home is the perfect opportunity to become clutter-free!

Setting up a clutter-free home starts with thoughtful unpacking and lots of planning.

07/15/2021

Natural disasters can leave many homeowners financially vulnerable.

While this hurricane season isn't expected to be as bad as last year, several big storms are expected to hit, endangering tens of millions of U.S. homes.

07/08/2021

A recent survey shows 43% hope to buy their own home within the next 5 years.

Get ready. Members of Generation Z are preparing to enter the housing market over the next few years, once they have more job stability.

07/07/2021

Whether you bought a fixer-upper or you've been in your house for a while and want to make some upgrades, investing in your home is a great way to build equity early. But before you install that in-ground pool, you should think about what improvements will add the most value...

Whether you bought a fixer-upper or a house with a few projects, investing in your home is a great way to build equity early. Read more to learn which investments will increase your home’s value the most.

07/06/2021

Learn how the debt snowball pay down method’s strategy of paying off one debt at a time could be the repayment solution for you.

Learn how the debt snowball pay down method’s strategy of paying off one debt at a time could be the repayment solution for you.

07/05/2021

Are you gearing up for that "greatest of all time" family road trip? Be sure to check out this list of nine travel tips from a professional road tripper.

Photographer James Barkman has been living in his 1976 VW Westfalia van for seven years. The lessons he’s learned can help you on your long-weekend road trip, too.

07/04/2021

The 2021 FORTUNE 500 is out and for the 5th year in a row, Citizens is being recognized for our progress! Citizens was first named to the prestigious Fortune 500 in 2017 and has been steadily climbing up the list ever since. We ranked at #381 on the 2021 list, up 70 spots from where we started!

The list ranks the most profitable US companies, by total revenues for their respective fiscal years and the 500 companies combined represent two thirds of the US economy.

07/03/2021

Whether you’re buying a home or refinancing, Citizens has a fast and simple way to apply and qualify for a home loan with our new online application. Check out this quick video to see how it works, then let me know if you have questions.

Whether you’re buying a home or refinancing, Citizens™ has a fast and simple way to apply and qualify for a home loan with our new online application.

07/02/2021

As we pause to celebrate our country's many freedoms we wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!