You're just about ready to make an offer on a home you'd like to purchase. You'll need to decide how much money you're going to offer for the property, of course. And you'll also need to figure out how much to offer in earnest money. The earnest... (Read More)
Once you've decided to build your own home, you'll want to set aside some time to select the right home builder. Here are some tips for finding the best one for you:
Check them out. Make sure the builder or home remodeler has a permanent business... (Read More)
How prepared are you in the event of a fire in your home? Do you have an emergency escape plan? Do you have a fire extinguisher? What about your smoke detectors - have you checked them lately?
Smoke detectors are one of the most overlooked safety... (Read More)
You found the home of your dreams. How do you know how much to offer? This is where an experienced real estate agent can be helpful. Using information from a variety of sources, agents can help you navigate this question and a variety of others for... (Read More)
It's a case of "the more, the merrier" when a new family moves into your neighborhood! You want them to feel comfortable, and one means to that end is to reach out. What would television's Mr. Rogers, the king of kindness do? Here are a few simple... (Read More)
You want to sell you home quickly and for the highest possible price. But professional home staging can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars. The good news? There are plenty of things you can do to stage your home yourself for much... (Read More)
The Veterans Administration home loans program was established to help active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their spouses achieve the dream of homeownership. However, not all military members qualify.
The U.S. Department of Veterans... (Read More)
Ready to try your hand at renovating a home? There's a loan to help with that.
The best candidates for a 203k loan are ones who don't have a lot of extra cash in the bank and want to buy a home that needs to be renovated. Homes that need... (Read More)
Ever wonder which things can affect your credit score the most when you're applying for a mortgage loan? Here are some of the top factors that can dramatically lower anyone's score:
You're 30 days late (or more) paying a bill. You could see a... (Read More)