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Friday, June 29, 2007
Mortgage Rates Fall For Second Consecutive Week According To Freddie Mac Weekly Survey
McLean, VA Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.67 percent with an average 0.4 point for the week ending June 28, 2007, down from last week when it averaged 6.69 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.78 percent.
The 15-year FRM this week averaged 6.34 percent with an average 0.4 point, down from last week when it averaged 6.37 percent. A year ago, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.43 percent.
Five-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) averaged 6.30 percent this week, with an average 0.5 point, down from last week when it averaged 6.31 percent. A year ago, the 5-year ARM averaged 6.39 percent.
One-year Treasury-indexed ARMs averaged 5.65 percent this week with an average 0.5 point, down from last week when it averaged 5.6...
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Thursday, June 28, 2007
A company in Twin Falls has finalized planes to build the largest biodiesel fuel plant in the Northwest. The $125 million facility will be located in Buhl, and is expected to bring 60 new jobs to the area.
A new estimate by the U.S. Census shows that the Treasure Valley is still the center of the states population growth. But the growth isnt all in Boise Caldwell and Eagle added more residents than the capital.
Home owners in northern Idaho are appealing the assessed value of their houses, complaining that higher property taxes are pricing them out of their own homes.
Beginning July 1, drivers younger than 17 can have only one passenger in the car with them unless the passengers are related.
Source: Idaho Business Review
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What is May in Motion?
May in Motion Exploring Transportation Alternatives is a month long promotion designed to inform Treasure Valley residents about transportation-related issues, and encourage their participation in transportation alternatives through a variety of exciting events and activities.
May in Motion is an annual event organized by Ada County Highway District Commuteride and Valley Regional Transit and supported by public and private sector interests concerned about the long-term vitality of the Treasure Valley.
Why May in Motion?
Traffic congestion and poor air quality are critical issues affecting the lives of all Treasure Valley residents. Failure to resolve these issues is taxing the local economy and jeopardizing the lifestyle that has contributed to area growth. Resolution is impossible without public consensus. The first step toward building that consensus is to focus public attention on the issues and options available for achiev...
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Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Boise's favorite Summer Concert Series runs June through September every Wednesday and is held in the Grove Plaza downtown Boise. Listen to live music and enjoy cool beverages, vendor booths and delicious food each week. Cool off in the fountain...dance 'til you drop...or just sit back and watch! Either way, it's a great event for the whole family to enjoy...and it's FREE to attend! The event starts at 5pm and lasts until 8pm.
Jun 27 -
Moses Guest
Food:PieHoleSweets:8th Street Wine Company
Source: Downtown Boise Association
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Friday, June 22, 2007
Financial Markets Wary of Housing Market's Drag on Economic Growth
McLean, VA Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.69 percent with an average 0.5 point for the week ending June 21, 2007, down from last week when it averaged 6.74 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.71 percent.
The 15-year FRM this week averaged 6.37 percent with an average 0.5 point, down from last week when it averaged 6.43 percent. A year ago, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.36 percent.
Five-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) averaged 6.31 percent this week, with an average 0.6 point, down from last week when it averaged 6.37 percent. A year ago, the 5-year ARM averaged 6.32 percent.
One-year Treasury-indexed ARMs averaged 5.66 percent this week with an average 0.7 point, down from last week when it averaged 5.75 percent. At this t...
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Friday, June 15, 2007
Mortgage Rates Spike as Treasury Yields Rise-
Higher Rates May Slow Housing Recovery
McLean, VA Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.74 percent with an average 0.4 point for the week ending June 14, 2007, up from last week when it averaged 6.53 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.63 percent. The 30-year FRM has not been higher since the week ending July 20, 2006, when it averaged 6.80 percent.
The 15-year FRM this week averaged 6.43 percent with an average 0.4 point, up from last week when it averaged 6.22 percent. A year ago, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.25 percent. The 15-year FRM has not been higher since the week ending July 6, 2006, when it averaged 6.44 percent.
Five-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) averaged 6.37 percent this week, with an average 0.5 point, up from last week when it averag...
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Monday, June 11, 2007
Thousands of kids will dive into summer at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 7, for opening day at Boises six municipal outdoor pools.
City pool addresses and hours for the city pools are:
Borah Pool, 801 Aurora. Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. daily.
Fairmont Pool, 7929 Northview. Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. daily.
Lowell Pool, 1601 N. 28th St. Hours: 1:30-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 1:30-5 p.m. Sunday.
South Pool, 921 Shoshone. Hours: 1:30-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
Natatorium and Hydrotube, 1811 Warm Springs Ave. Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday.
Ivywild, 2250 Leadville. Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. daily.
The outdoor municipal pools are operated by the Boise Parks & Recreation Department. All pools are staffed by certified lifeguards. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult in the pool.
Swim lessons are available at all six pools. Eight...
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Friday, June 08, 2007
Long-And Short-Term Mortgage Rates Reach 10 Month Highs
McLean, VA Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.53 percent with an average 0.4 point for the week ending June 7, 2007, up from last week when it averaged 6.42 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.62 percent. The 30-year FRM has not been higher since the week ending August 10, 2006, when it averaged 6.55 percent.
The 15-year FRM this week averaged 6.22 percent with an average 0.4 point, up from last week when it averaged 6.12 percent. A year ago, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.23 percent. The 15-year FRM has not been higher since the week ending August 3, 2006, when it averaged 6.27 percent.
Five-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) averaged 6.24 percent this week, with an average 0.6 point, up from last week when it averaged 6.19 percent. A year ago,...
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Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Each year since 2002, President Bush has designated June as National Homeownership Month, with the goal of increasing minority homeownership in America by 5.5 million by the end of the decade.
To celebrate National Homeownership Month 2007, NAR presents a wealth of resources and tools that support homeownership and strong communities.
Association Executives and State and Local Association members are encouraged to participate actively in efforts to encourage homeownership and strengthen our neighborhoods, towns and cities.
Learn about these NAR programs that support homeownership and strong communities.
Source: National Association of Realtors
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Friday, June 01, 2007
McLean, VA Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.42 percent with an average 0.4 point for the week ending May 31, 2007, up from last week when it averaged 6.37 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.67 percent.
The 15-year FRM this week averaged 6.12 percent with an average 0.4 point, up from last week when it averaged 6.06 percent. A year ago, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.26 percent.
Five-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) averaged 6.19 percent this week, with an average 0.5 point, up from last week when it averaged 6.02 percent. A year ago, the 5-year ARM averaged 6.26 percent.
One-year Treasury-indexed ARMs averaged 5.57 percent this week with an average 0.6 point, down from last week when it averaged 5.64 percent. At this time last year, the 1-year ARM averaged 5.68 percent.
(Average commitment rates should...
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