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The Pantry: Space and Storage

The Pantry – Space and Storage September 2019 Newsletter Let's focus on the pantry this month.  Do you have enough storage space in your kitchen?  The Pantry is king whether you have a small or large kitchen.  Bakers racks, rolling tables, or portable shelves against the walls are all workable solutions - but consider permanency to your layout for added convenience to your routine as well as enhanced appeal and value to your home. Enjoy the below video and images for ideas and solutions to

Mortgage Rates Tick Up Slightly This Week

Mortgage Rates Tick Up Slightly This Week Freddie Mac | August 30, 2019 The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage inched up this week, but still remains well below averages from a year ago. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage closed the month of August by averaging 3.6%, nearly a full percent lower than a year ago, Freddie Mac notes. “Low mortgage rates along with a strong labor market are fueling the consumer-driven economy by boosting their purchasing power, which will certainly support housing market

NAR: Super-Low Mortgage Rates Have Yet to Jumpstart Sales

NAR: Super-Low Mortgage Rates Have Yet to Jumpstart Sales National Association of REALTORS® | August 29, 2019 Contract signings fell in July, reversing course after two consecutive months of gains, the National Association of REALTORS® reported on Thursday. All four major regions of the U.S. posted declines in pending home sales last month, with the West leading in the greatest month-over-month drop in contract signings. Overall, NAR’s Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator

Tennessee Kickin' Pimento Cheese

Tennessee Kickin’ Pimento Cheese Recipe | Tennessee Foodie This bold version of southern pimento cheese is a household favorite and great as a sandwich, topped on grilled burgers, served as a side dish or an appetizer with crackers.  Enjoy! 1 8 oz bar Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese, freshly grated 1 8 oz bar Cream Cheese, softened ½ cup diced pimentos, drained ½ cup mayonnaise ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp ground cayenne pepper ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper In large mixing bowl

Mortgage Rates Back to 2016 Territory

Mortgage Rates Back to 2016 Territory Freddie Mac | August 23, 2019 The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.55% this week, the lowest average since November 2016, Freddie Mac reports. The lower mortgage rates are boding well for the housing market. “The drop in mortgage rates continues to stimulate the real estate market and the economy,” says Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. “Home purchase demand is up five percent from a year ago and has noticeably strengthened since the early

Lower Mortgage Rates Drive Sales Turnaround

Lower Mortgage Rates Drive Sales Turnaround National Association of REALTORS® | August 21, 2019 Existing-home sales showed improvement in July, a welcome sign for what has been a mostly sluggish summer real estate market. Reversing course last month, sales climbed 2.5% over June, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Wednesday. The Northeast was the only major region of the U.S. to see sales decline in July. The bulk of sales growth was attributed to the West. “Falling mortgage rates