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    Economic update for the week ending August 6, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • 7 days ago
    • 4 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic update for the week ending August 6, 2022

    The U.S. economy added 528,000 new jobs in July - The Department of Labor and Statistics reported that 528,000 new jobs were added in...
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    Features Your New Home Must Have for Entertaining Guests
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Aug 2
    • 3 min
    Home Buyers

    Features Your New Home Must Have for Entertaining Guests

    Photo via Pexels By Paul Denikin With the holidays approaching, you want to make sure that your home is perfect for guests. Some people...
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    Economic Update for the week ending July 30, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Aug 2
    • 2 min

    Economic Update for the week ending July 30, 2022

    Stock markets had an incredible week - Stock markets ended the week higher despite a .75% rate hike by the Fed and a second quarterly...
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    Why You Need an Accurate Appraisal of Your Home's Value
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jul 27
    • 3 min
    Home Buyers

    Why You Need an Accurate Appraisal of Your Home's Value

    Image via Pexels By Ted James If you’re familiar with real estate terminology, you’ve heard of appraisals. An appraisal is a way to...
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    Economic update for the week ending July 23, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jul 24
    • 4 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic update for the week ending July 23, 2022

    Stock markets ended the week higher - Most companies have reported that second-quarter profits beat earnings estimates. That gave a boost...
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    Economic update for the week ending July 16, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jul 16
    • 4 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic update for the week ending July 16, 2022

    Stock markets ended a volatile week slightly lower – Stocks dropped and interest rates jumped after the June CPI report was released on...
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    Raleigh, NC Housing Market Trends & Forecast 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jul 14
    • 7 min
    Home Sellers

    Raleigh, NC Housing Market Trends & Forecast 2022

    The Raleigh real estate market is facing the same headwinds as the rest of the country. The landscape left behind in the wake of the...
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    Economic update for the week ending July 9, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jul 10
    • 3 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic update for the week ending July 9, 2022

    Stock markets finished the week higher – Signs of cooling inflation, and three straight weeks of declining gas prices from their peak in...
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    Rapid Rise in Mortgage Rates Stalls
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jul 6
    • 2 min
    Home Buyers

    Rapid Rise in Mortgage Rates Stalls

    The interest rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week, offering relief to home buyers who are reeling from escalating costs. The...
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    Economic update for the week ending July 2, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jul 2
    • 6 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic update for the week ending July 2, 2022

    Stock markets dropped this week –Stocks could not hold onto last week’s rally which followed six straight weeks of steep losses. The...
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    5 Home Renovation Trends That Will Spruce up Your Space
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 27
    • 5 min
    Home Sellers

    5 Home Renovation Trends That Will Spruce up Your Space

    Home renovation trends are constantly evolving. Many homeowners struggle to find the perfect balance, because the rules are always...
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    Mortgage demand is now roughly half of what it was a year ago
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 27
    • 1 min
    Home Buyers

    Mortgage demand is now roughly half of what it was a year ago

    Total mortgage application volume was 52.7% lower last week than the same week one year ago, according to the Mortgage Bankers...
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    Here’s why this housing downturn is nothing like the last one
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 27
    • 1 min
    Home Sellers

    Here’s why this housing downturn is nothing like the last one

    We're seeing the housing market cool after an incredibly hot stretch fueled by the pandemic. Naturally, people are asking: Is today's...
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    Economic Update for the week ending June 25, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 26
    • 3 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic Update for the week ending June 25, 2022

    Stock markets soared to rebound from three straight weeks of steep losses - Stocks markets jumped again on Friday and posted their...
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    Make a Work-Related Move Simple With This Guide
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 20
    • 3 min
    Home Buyers

    Make a Work-Related Move Simple With This Guide

    Photo via Pexels By Paul Denikin This article provides a guide for a job-based relocation that makes the process as smooth and...
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    Economic update for the week ending June 18, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 19
    • 3 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic update for the week ending June 18, 2022

    Stock markets ended another volatile week with steep losses – This week the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rates by .75%, the...
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    The 9-Step Plan to Increase Your Home Value
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 13
    • 4 min
    Home Sellers

    The 9-Step Plan to Increase Your Home Value

    There are so many home updates you can make to put more money in your pocket, but here are the top 9 tips on how to maximize home value:...
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    Economic update for the week ending June 11, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 12
    • 3 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic update for the week ending June 11, 2022

    Stock markets suffered steep losses on heightened inflation fears this week – This week the May Consumer Price Index (CPI) report was...
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    Economic Update for the week ending June 4, 2022
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • Jun 5
    • 3 min
    Economic Updates

    Economic Update for the week ending June 4, 2022

    The U.S. economy added 390,000 new jobs in May - The Department of Labor and Statistics reported that 390,000 new jobs were added in May....
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    Can You Put Offers on Multiple Houses?
    John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
    • May 31
    • 3 min
    Home Buyers

    Can You Put Offers on Multiple Houses?

    ismagilov/iStock Can you put offers on multiple houses? It’s a valid question to ask—especially if you’re in search of your dream home....
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