When purchasing a home, your mortgage prequalification is based on your current financial situation. In the period between being prequalified and closing on your home loan, you don't want your financial situation to change much. Luckily, many of the... (Read More)

Have a little one in your house? You've likely did your fair share of child proofing in every room of your home. Unfortunately, there are a number of hazards in homes today that many parents do not realize pose a safety threat. What should you look... (Read More)

Embarking on your journey to homeownership can be exciting, thrilling, and occasionally challenging. As a first-time homebuyer, it's crucial to prepare adequately for the adventure ahead. Before you start looking at home, it's important to do... (Read More)

One of the biggest decisions of your life is when you decide to buy a house rather than rent one. You may have rented for several years because it just made sense. However, now you may be wondering if it's the right time to buy. The decision to... (Read More)

House hunting more often resembles a marathon than a sprint. On occasion, the house of your dreams may just fall into your lap. But that isn't the norm. A few years ago, according to data from the National Association of Realtors, the typical home... (Read More)

Thinking of buying your first home or one that better suits you and your family? Here are three important steps in the home-buying process you don't want to skip: Get a mortgage pre-approval. Nearly nine out of every 10 buyers finance their home... (Read More)

Shopping for a home is exciting, but it can definitely be more stressful than, say, grocery shopping. When buying a house, you may have a "grocery list" of things you think you need. But unlike a trip to the store, chances are high that you will... (Read More)

New homeowners have a pretty good idea of their property's market value. That's because mortgage companies typically require an appraisal before they approve a home loan. But there's a different type of value home buyers need to know as well... (Read More)

It's a beautiful day in this neighborhood A beautiful day for a neighbor Would you be mine? Could you be mine? 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... (Read More)