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Nov
11,
2021
11,
2021
In honor of Veterans Day and all of the past and present military members who deserve our gratitude year-round, Open Mortgage thanks you for your service and sacrifice. The home loan choices available to veterans and active service members can be overwhelming. We are proud to help you navigate your mortgage options to find the […]
Nov
9,
2021
9,
2021
Finding the right contractor can be a challenge if you have repairs or home improvement projects on your to-do list, especially now when demand is sky-high. Protect yourself from providers who might be taking advantage of the situation with these tips for finding ones you can trust. Get Multiple Estimates While comparing prices may seem […]
Nov
8,
2021
8,
2021
Open Mortgage, a multi-channel mortgage lender dedicated to empowering the dream of homeownership, has appointed Adam O’Daniel as Senior Vice President of Marketing. O’Daniel will manage a team of high-performing Marketing and Learning and Development members, driving all of Open Mortgage’s enterprise marketing functions. In addition to leading customer relationship management (CRM) and market research […]
Nov
4,
2021
4,
2021
Fewer listings, lower prices, and decreased competition: In this video, our CEO and founder, Scott Gordon, discusses some of the pros of buying and selling during the real estate off-season. Some of the topics he covers: Less inventory, but also less competition Why prices tend to be lower than they are during peak selling season […]
Nov
2,
2021
2,
2021
The financial responsibilities of homeownership go beyond saving for a down payment and qualifying for a mortgage. They also require being prepared for the ongoing, and sometimes unexpected, costs that can result from owning a home. While most buyers realize the importance of budgeting for the purchase of a home, they can overlook the ongoing […]
Oct
28,
2021
28,
2021
Everyone should feel safe inside their home. However, the dangers that concern most homeowners may not be the ones they should be worrying about. Common safety shortfalls are often overlooked until they become leverage for a buyer during the sale of a home. Make sure your home is safe for you and your family with […]
Oct
28,
2021
28,
2021
While more square footage may come at a higher cost, it can also pay off with more rewards. The expense of buying a home often leads buyers to avoid choosing more home than they need at the time. But the result can be outgrowing the house sooner rather than later. Looking ahead and embracing all […]
Oct
21,
2021
21,
2021
With interest rates hovering near historic lows, deciding whether to buy a new home or refinance your existing one can be difficult. Each comes with a distinct set of advantages and downsides. Start your decision-making process with the best information. While there’s no correct answer for everyone, a poor approach is likely to have bad […]
Oct
19,
2021
19,
2021
Lots of retirement age homeowners are turning to reverse mortgages as a helpful financial planning tool, but is it right for you? In this video, our CEO and founder, Scott Gordon, discusses important things to consider when applying. Some of the topics he covers: The reasons why homeowners like you are turning to reverse mortgages […]
Oct
14,
2021
14,
2021
Recently, we offered some tips for buyers looking to steer clear of a few of the devastating blunders that unprepared home shoppers may find themselves trying to recover from. Particularly now, when many places are experiencing record-high home values, it might seem difficult to understand what could go wrong for sellers. However, there are still […]
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