An ongoing feature in Tuesday Tactics is our “Great Read Roundup” in which we highlight some of the best pieces we’ve read recently and why they might expand your mind or help with your real estate career
Mortgage Rates Spike to End 2016
(5 minute read)
Why it matters: According to mortgage guru Julian Hebron, “If you were waiting to refinance, this is a wake up call, and if you plan to buy a home, it’s time to reevaluate your budget — because rates are unlikely to drop.” Catch up on the implications for 2017 with this insightful piece on market and mortgage trends.
A 2017 Housing Crash?
(5 minute read / 30-minute listen)
Why it matters: Check out this piece on interesting data re: foreclosure filings on mostly new loans. It may be a warning shot worth paying attention to for the year ahead. Included with this article is a 30 podcast on how to “start making your plan to be of service, no matter what the next few years look like.” Could be a good listen for your lunch break, commute, or time at the gym.
Where Are Millennials Moving To?
(10 minute read)
Why it matters: The torrential flow of articles on the latest in “Millennial trends,” never seems to stop, but this piece takes a somewhat longer and deeper look on Millennial migration and home ownership. There are several interesting findings here, including this one: “Surprisingly, metropolitan areas on the interior saw the biggest increases in millennial population.”