Lisa Welch NMLS 730964 Mortgage Loan Originator Lewiston Home Loan Center

09/18/2023

Call us crazy, but now IS the time to buy! 🤩⁣

Even though rates are high, it might actually give you an advantage to secure that dream home NOW. Waiting to see if rates drop can put you at risk of having to compete for that home, which could cause you to end up spending more in the long run. 😭⁣

So don’t get caught up in the heat of competition, and snag that home now! 🔥🏠

09/15/2023

With another possible rate hike in November, some industry leaders are seeing this as an opportunity for homebuyers right now. Find out why economic data is indicating that “waiting out the market” may actually cost more over time.

Read more in our market update ➡️ https://movement.com/blog/2023/09/Economic-data-reveals-competitive-edge-for-homebuy

09/11/2023

This one’s for the kids. 🖍 When you’re house hunting, make sure you pay attention to the school districts too. Don’t be afraid to go check out the school, talk to the teachers, and even ask what activities they offer to see if it’s the right place for your kiddos to thrive. 🤓⁣

09/08/2023

The American economy seems to be stabilizing and economists believe we won’t see another rate hike this month. However, it will be important to keep your eye on foreign economic markets as they may cause ripple effects here at home. Find out what you need to know in this week’s Market Update.

https://movement.com/blog/2023/09/A-rate-hike-is-unlikely-in-September

09/08/2023

Great saying (and I like the car too!).

09/07/2023

Don't you agree with what this is saying?

09/06/2023

09/04/2023

Happy Labor Day AND last day of the Hot Dog Season! Believe it or not, Hot Dog Season is a thing, and runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Thanks to cookouts, ball games and other outdoor activities, Americans consume 7 billion hot dogs during Hot Dog Season. (That’s 818 hot dogs per second.) Whether you’re enjoying your own version of a hot dog, sticking to the potato salad or still wondering why they sell 10 hot dogs per pack but only 8 buns, I hope you have a relaxing Labor Day weekend!

09/01/2023

What will it take for the Fed to pause on another rate hike? Jerome Powell and the rest of the Federal Reserve will study the August jobs report as they determine the best way to proceed. Learn more about what's happening in the latest Market Update.

https://movement.com/blog/2023/09/Latest-jobs-report-will-factor-into-fed%E2%80%99s-Septembe

08/28/2023

When you’re carrying around credit card debt, a personal loan and/or an auto loan, it can feel like no matter how hard you try to get ahead somehow…you’re just running in place. That’s because the higher your interest rate, the less your monthly payments go toward the amount you actually owe.

One way you can tackle high-interest debt is through debt consolidation with a cash-out refinance. With a cash-out refinance, you’d tap into your home’s equity by refinancing and cashing in on the increased value of your home (which could be a lot higher than you think).

You could then use that cash to pay off credit cards, a personal loan and/or an auto loan at a lower interest rate. Even though mortgage rates are higher than they’ve been in the past, depending on how much debt you have, a cash-out refi could lower your total payments.

Reach out today to chat about turning your home’s equity into cash!

08/25/2023

A stronger than expected economy may cause the Fed to raise rates next month.

Get the details about this week’s economic data and Jerome Powell’s comments in our Market Update.

https://blog.movement.com/2023/08/25/fed-believes-economy-hasnt-cooled-expected/