Scott Carter

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Retail Sales Rebound Sharply in October 2018

Retail Sales Rebound Sharply in October 2018

As the holiday shopping season unfolds, retailers were giddy in October due in part to strong sales for motor vehicles and building materials. Retail Sales jumped 0.8 percent versus the 0.5 percent and up from 0.1 percent in September. It was the largest

Nov 15, 2018 | Mortgage News

Jumbo Mortgage Loan Basics

Jumbo Mortgage Loan Basics

The majority of homes around the country are purchased with the aid of traditional, conforming mortgage loans. Yet when home prices rise quickly, many markets have price tags that are too high for these standard loans. Enter the jumbo loan.   What i

Nov 14, 2018 | Home Buying or Selling

Understanding Utah Interest Rates

Understanding Utah Interest Rates

Advertised Utah interest rates generally reflect the national average. What they may not reflect is your individual loan situation. Borrowers often believe, when they see a listing of “today’s mortgage rates,” that the listed rates accu

Nov 10, 2018 | Mortgage Basics Interest Rates

Fed Sits as Congress Splits

"I'm on my way, I'm on my way home sweet home" - Home Sweet Home, Motley Crue Last Tuesday, many politicians went "home" after the midterm election results and the day ended with a split of power between the House and Senate.

Nov 09, 2018 | Mortgage News

30-Year Mortgages vs 15-Year Mortgages

30-Year Mortgages vs 15-Year Mortgages

The majority of Utah home buyers sign up for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages (FRMs) – the staples of mortgage lending. And yet there is another option that may serve many borrowers better: the 15-year fixed-rate mortgage. Both loans include an interest

Nov 08, 2018 | Interest Rates Mortgage Basics

Lead Follow-Up Strategies That Win Business

Lead Follow-Up Strategies That Win Business

Lead-generation technology and consumer expectations have changed dramatically in recent years, making it even more critical for proper follow-up. Here are five strategies for optimizing your time-to-conversion and growing your income.    1. Ca

Nov 07, 2018 |

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