You're in the market for a new home. It’s easy to get caught up in the details of the home itself: its size, the number of bedrooms, the condition of the kitchen and bathrooms. While things like square footage and condition of a home are... (Read More)
Deciding on when to sell your home is a big life decision that is all about timing. If you hit the market at the wrong time, you risk your home sitting on the market, forcing price drops.
If you've grown attached to your home for various reasons... (Read More)
You wouldn't trade your kids for anything. They bring laughter and joy to your life, they amaze you with their creativity and kindness, and they comfort you with hugs and kisses. Yes, children are pretty awesome. But the reality is that they are... (Read More)
Buying your first home is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that requires great planning. Many first-time homebuyers have been preparing for this moment for years and are excited to see their dream come true finally.
The past few years have brought... (Read More)
You want to sell your 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 less, starting... (Read More)
A VA home loan is a government-backed mortgage option that allows service members and surviving spouses and families to be eligible to become homeowners. VA is important because they prioritize service members and their families, even in changing... (Read More)
Have your dreams of homeownership set sail?
Even if you have bad credit or are on a tight budget, specialty mortgage options abound. One type of specialty mortgage that's often overlooked is the 203(k) or DIY home loan. This type of loan allows... (Read More)
Buying your first home is an exciting time of life, and many lean on a trusted mortgage partner to make the process as smooth as possible. Although shopping for the home with the most frills or writing a quick offer may be tempting, it's important... (Read More)
The conventional home buying wisdom is that you can’t start looking to buy until you’ve saved up enough to put at least a 20% down. But that’s a big chunk of change, especially when housing prices and interest rates are high. So what are your... (Read More)