When tragedy strikes, we all need to come together to protect what's most-important: our children. In real estate and finance news: rates may be going up, but that doesn't mean you won't benefit from a refinance! Barry and Zach recap the week so far and discuss why you need to call Townstone if you're currently paying PMI or FHA mortgage insurance. Watch On Facebook!

DOW, DOW, DOWN! The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average were down over 2% between Wednesday and Thursday. Many are scared, selling-off to stop the bleeding. Others see opportunity, using the drop as an opportunity to buy low. Mortgage rates took a little hit earlier this week, but are currently holding steady. Who knows how long that will last.... Winter is usually a slower season for home sales, but the smart buyers are out there looking now when there’s less competition. Call 312-896-2100 or visit Townstone.com for a FREE personal consultation to help ensure you and your family are on the soundest financial footing possible as we head towards year-end.

Barry, Zach, and Alec are discussing the recent changes to the mortgage and real estate markets along with their predictions for the future. The Fed decided to leave rates alone for the moment, but higher inflation is expected! Watch on Facebook Remember to visit Townstone.com to listen/watch ALL previous episodes of the show. Fill out a free consultation their to get in touch with an expert for your next home purchase or refinance.

Can I buy a home with 1% down? Even less? Watch On Facebook You asked for it, Townstone delivers! New down-payment assistance programs available through Townstone are making it EASIER to buy your first or hundredth home for qualifying borrowers. Last week it was rehab loans and our wide range of products is only expanding. Want to speak with a loan officer about your home-buying or mortgage refinancing plans? Call 312-896-2100 or fill out a FREE consultation at Townstone.com

It's been a wild week in real estate and finance. Amazon announces their new $15 hourly wage. Housing inventory numbers are up, but so are rates... Watch On Facebook Barry and Zach are here to discuss with their thoughts and analysis. Winter is Coming! So head over to Townstone.com to fill out a free consultation and make sure you're in the best financial situation heading into the new year.

Happy Monday! Have you gone through your annual home maintenance checklist? Zach and Alec take you from spring to winter with the best ways to protect YOUR investment along with a preview of the week to come. Watch On Facebook Remember to visit Townstone.com to get in touch with an expert for your next home purchase or refinance. Have a great week!

Mortgage Market Madness! Rates have been on an upward trajectory since the start of 2018. Alec and Zach are live with their reactions and predictions. They also review the "5 tips before you buy or sell real estate with bitcoin", which should be interesting to say the least. Watch on Facebook Make sure to fill out a free consultation at Townstone.com to get in touch with an expert loan officer for your next home purchase or refinance.

Millennial Home Ownership Continues to Lag Watch on Facebook As sung in the classic musical Bye Bye Birdie, "Whats a matter with kids these days?" Millennials are trailing the boomers in home-ownership rates. Is it economics, societal change, or a little of both? They are getting married later and having fewer kids. Is their transformation from non-owner to homeowner simply delayed or is this truly a generational shift? Renovation loans are BACK at Townstone! Call 312-896-2114 if you're looking to fix-up your current home or want to discussing purchasing a property to fix-up. Remember, visit Townstone.com to fill out a FREE consultation to get matched with an expert loan officer for your next home purchase or refinance. Have a great week!

Join Zach, Alec, and Mark for the first podcast of 2018! The boys shake off the holiday cobwebs to debate the impact of changes to the tax code. We've got an exciting year planned, thanks again to all of our viewers/listeners for their support. Remember to complete a "free consultation" at Townstone.com to get in touch with a mortgage expert for your next purchase or refinance. Watch on Facebook!

How do we keep our children safe in the classroom? Join Barry, Zach, and Alec as they recap the week that seemed like it would never end. This episode we were joined by expert Realtor Sherri Crawford and legal eagle Frank Pellegrini. Watch On Facebook Need to get qualified for a new purchase or refinance your current loan? Fill out a free consultation at Townstone.com