There are lots of perks to being your own boss. Freedom to create your own schedule, finding new challenges and opportunities and, of course, the satisfaction of watching your business grow. In fact, more than 50% of millennials say they…
Buying a home is an exciting, yet complicated process. As a homebuyer, you will make countless decisions about what you want—and don’t want—in your dream house. One decision you will make is the age of your house. Although no one…
Homeowner Associations A Homeowner association (HOA) is a private association created by a real estate developer to market, manage and sell homes and lots in planned developments. These can include, houses, townhouses, and condos. If you buy a house in…
If your credit is down the drain, you might feel desperate to repair it. Credit effects your ability to borrow money. If you have poor credit, it could disqualify you from buying a home. The marketplace is saturated with companies…
So you’re ready to stop making your landlord rich, and start building your own equity through homeownership. But are you ready for the responsibility of homeownership? Despite what some may think, buying a home isn’t just a financial decision. Buying…
Moving is never an easy thing to do – but you can make it more organized and orderly with a plan and the right time table. That’s why we gathered some great tips to help organize your move with ease.…
1. Check your credit. A homebuyer’s credit score is a crucial factor when it comes to qualifying for a loan. Before starting the mortgage process, scour your credit reports for mistakes, unpaid accounts or collection accounts. If you find a…
You might be surprised to find out that your bank statements reveal more about you to mortgage underwriters than you think. The bank statements, which are required during the loan application process, help give the loan officers a detailed financial…
What is a VA Loan? A Veterans Affair (VA) loan is a home loan partially guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and was designed to help finance homes for eligible members of the military, veterans and some surviving…
For many, saving enough for a down payment is the hardest obstacle to overcome while trying to achieve the dream of homeownership. Let’s face it—there are no quick fixes or instant shortcuts when it comes to saving for a down…