Preparing your home for inspection will not only help present your property in the best condition for sale, it will also help prevent any delays during the closing process. According to the American Society of Home Inspectors, a proper home... (Read More)
In the market for a new home? If you're self-employed, getting a home loan can be a bit tricky. During the real estate boom, self-employed borrowers were able to get "stated income" loans that required little in the way of documentation. But too... (Read More)
Do you know how much of an impact your credit score has on your monthly mortgage payment? It's more than you might think.
Consider this: A home buyer with a credit score between 760 and 850 that qualifies for a mortgage rate of 4.093 percent... (Read More)
Home buyers love big homes. In fact, many people dream of owning the biggest and most beautiful home on the block. But when it comes to real estate, bigger is not always better! Does your budget call for a smaller home than you originally... (Read More)
The decision to take the leap into home ownership is not necessarily an easy one. But there may come a time when you find yourself wondering, “Am I wasting my money by renting? Should I buy a home instead?” If the following statements ring true... (Read More)
You found the home of your dreams. How do you know how much to offer?
No doubt you've heard all kinds of home buying advice, such as starting negotiations by offering a certain amount below the asking price or making a bid that's a specific... (Read More)
You've heard the acronyms: HUD, HAMP, HARP. The names of federal programs and agencies that provide assistance to people buying a home, refinancing a mortgage or trying to avoid foreclosure can seem like a baffling bowl of alphabet soup. It's worth... (Read More)
There is no arguing that buying a home is one of life's biggest decisions. Coming up with your wishlist in terms of number of bedrooms, neighborhood and preferred school district is the easy part - but marking through a preparatory financial... (Read More)
If you’ve decided to take the leap into home ownership, congratulations! As you look forward to the busy, exciting time ahead, here are three important first steps you'll want to take:
Check your credit report. Check your credit report... (Read More)
Have you been on the fence when it comes to buying a home this year? We would like to help you make your decision a little bit easier. Take a look at the ways in which 2015 may be the year you became a proud homeowner.
The notion that you must... (Read More)