With the interest rates inching up this year, you may be questioning the timing of your home search. Even though you may be tempted to put your plans on hold in hopes that rates will fall, waiting will only cost…
Homebuying involves a lot of “hurry up and wait” intervals, especially during the closing process. On average, it takes 49 days to close on a home. So, if you’re a first-time buyer, you’re probably curious what you can do during…
Like it or not, owning a home requires constant upkeep. While there will be many times when you’ll want to give a plumber, contractor, or other specialists a call, it pays to master a few home maintenance skills yourself to…
Our partners at Advance Financial Group shared the benefits of co-signers on a mortgage. If you’re looking to purchase a home or refinance on your current home, you might have concerns about qualifying due to employment, income, debt, credit, or…
Coming up with enough cash for a downpayment is one of the most common struggles among first-time buyers. But did you know that in most cases, you don’t need to put 20% down on a home, especially your first home?…
There’s no question that the financial benefits of selling a house are outstanding today. Now is truly a great time to list if you’re ready to make a change. But if you do sell your house right now, you may be wondering…
The sense of pride you’ll feel when you purchase a home can’t be overstated. For first-generation homebuyers, that feeling of accomplishment is even greater. That’s because the pride of homeownership for first-generation buyers extends far beyond the homebuyer. In other…
What do buyers have in store for them this spring? Inventory challenges, multiple offers, and increased listing prices will prove home shopping this spring to be difficult, but certainly do-able when you arm yourself with knowledge and an experienced Realtor…
What Makes the VA Loan Such a Valuable Benefit? The VA Loan is known to be one of the best benefits for current and retired military members and their families. Let’s dive a little deeper into what makes the VA…
Applying for a mortgage? At minimum, here’s a list of the information and supporting documentation that you’ll want to have at hand: Addresses for previous 2 years’ rental or mortgage history Name, address and phone number of all landlords for…