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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Aug 2
- 3 min
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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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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jul 27
- 3 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jul 24
- 4 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jul 16
- 4 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jul 14
- 7 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jul 10
- 3 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jul 6
- 2 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jul 2
- 6 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 27
- 5 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 27
- 1 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 27
- 1 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 26
- 3 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 20
- 3 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 19
- 3 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 13
- 4 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 12
- 3 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- Jun 5
- 3 min
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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John Trapaso Realtor/Advisor
- May 31
- 3 min
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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