Whether you’re buying or selling a home, closing should be celebrated as the success of your efforts. Afterward, participants can focus on settling into their new home or finalizing their purchase of a replacement.  Occasionally, the closing may not go as planned, but it’s often due to a preventable error. Rather than risk a surprise […]

By now, the integration of new technologies into a long-established process should not surprise anyone. As more people become comfortable with digital capabilities and their security and reliability increases, so does their expansion.  The mortgage industry is no exception. What once required submitting a detailed paper application can now be completed online, via a mobile […]

Outdoor temperatures notwithstanding, one of the best ways to prepare for spring and summer lawn care is to be sure your equipment is ready to go. Mowers often miss out on the scheduled maintenance that our vehicles receive, but you shouldn’t neglect their engines. A fresh filter, oil change and new spark plug are a […]

Staying within your budget is key to a successful home search. Owning a home comes with expenses beyond the mortgage, which means maximizing your borrowing power can leave little room to maneuver when other obligations arise.  Still, buyers can end up envying some appealing listings that are just above their target price. While remaining realistic […]