Smart Rate, Michael Strauss no longer authorized to do business in Illinois

Smart Rate, Michael Strauss no longer authorized to do business in Illinois

Smart Rate Mortgage, LLC is no longer licensed as a residential mortgage company in Illinois. Meanwhile, Michael Strauss, its only loan officer, now has an inactive status on his license, according to the Illinois Department of... Read more »
Housing experts are hopeful the Fed is done with rate hikes

Housing experts are hopeful the Fed is done with rate hikes

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell left the door open to a future interest rate hike on Wednesday, but most housing professionals are hopeful that the Fed may be done hiking interest rates... Read more »
Mortgage Rate Predictions Next Week & Month [2023]

Mortgage Rate Predictions Next Week & Month [2023]

Mortgage rates have a significant impact on the real estate market, affecting both buyers and sellers. Even a small shift in interest rates can significantly affect the affordability of homes, monthly payments,... Read more »
What is the Tax Rate on Rental Income?

What is the Tax Rate on Rental Income?

  If you own a rental property in the U.S., you may be wondering how much tax you have to pay on your rental income. In this blog post, we will answer... Read more »