No one likes to read mounds of paperwork when buying a home. But there's one form you definitely don't want to gloss over. The closing disclosure form is one of the most important documents you'll review when buying a home. It explains the terms and... (Read More)
Summer is a busy time of the year for real estate. That's due in great part to logistics. It's easier for many households to move in the summer. Many families with children try to time their moves in June and July so their children can start the... (Read More)
The property disclosure report is an important document in any real estate transaction. In it, sellers must reveal any issues relating to a property that could negatively affect its value.
That's why it's so important for home sellers to set... (Read More)
Are you thinking about purchasing a home in the future? Here are three important steps to take now to get yourself ready.
Supercharge your savings. You'll need to save money for your down payment and closing costs and you'll need to have some... (Read More)
Your credit score has more of an impact on your monthly mortgage payment than you might think. Generally, the higher your score, the lower the mortgage you may be able to qualify for. And the lower your credit score, the higher your mortgage... (Read More)
The right moving company can help make your move to a new home a success. But the wrong one? It could lead to a moving day disaster. Here are some ways to tell if you are hiring a reputable moving company:
—They come to your home, inventory... (Read More)
Whether you're buying or selling a home, you're likely to encounter a host of mortgage terms and acronyms along the way. Find them a bit confusing? You're not alone! Real estate really has a language of its own. You'll feel a lot better on closing... (Read More)
Thinking about selling your home this spring or summer? Start thinking about cleaning and organizing. Studies show that giving your home a thorough cleaning, de-cluttering and tidying up your yard before listing your home for sale is a smart move... (Read More)
"New car smell" is divine, but nothing quite like the smell — and look — of a newly-built home. Pristine carpets, unblemished walls, the smell of freshly-cut lumber lingering in the air — it's hard to beat the excitement of taking ownership of... (Read More)
Part of the moving process is changing your address so that all of your bank statements, bills, magazines and other mail goes to your new home. The quickest and easiest way to do that is to hop online and go to the U.S. Postal Service website... (Read More)