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Jan
14,
2021
14,
2021
Deciding what to prioritize in your home search can be a difficult task. Shoppers can sometimes be swayed by a fresh coat of paint or shiny, new appliances when less obvious features are likely to have a bigger impact on their enjoyment of the property. If you’re considering buying a home soon, don’t forget to […]
Jan
12,
2021
12,
2021
Some home features may seem like a dream before moving in, but when reality sets in, they could end in regret. Much like a careful home inspection can help you avoid unwanted surprises, a closer look at some in-demand amenities might reveal some decisive disadvantages. Before you start a home search, take the time to […]
Jan
7,
2021
7,
2021
More than likely, a buyer’s first interaction with the home you’re hoping to sell will be via its online listing. It’s also safe to assume their focus will be on the photos featured in that listing. While staging a home is an essential part of the process and will play a role during showings, preparing […]
Jan
5,
2021
5,
2021
Shopping for a mortgage with substantial student loan debt may seem like an exercise in futility, but it might be less of a challenge than you imagined. Between repayment plans, lender approaches and old-fashioned financial responsibility, buying a home may already be within reach. Before writing off your ability to qualify for a mortgage, review […]
Dec
29,
2020
29,
2020
It’s never too late for a fresh start. In fact, it’s possible to support your retirement and move into a new home at the same time. In this video, Open Mortgage CEO and founder Scott Gordon discusses the financial flexibility of a HECM for Purchase mortgage. Some topics he covers: Downsizing or relocating to cut […]
Dec
22,
2020
22,
2020
Shopping for a home can be an exciting time, but it’s important to figure out exactly what you want and what you can afford before starting that search. In this video, Open Mortgage CEO and founder Scott Gordon discusses the most critical first steps of any home search: planning and prioritizing. Some topics he covers: […]
Dec
17,
2020
17,
2020
Purchasing a fixer-upper can be an exciting adventure—then again, buying a move-in ready home can be faster and easier on many new homeowners. In this video, Open Mortgage CEO and founder Scott Gordon offers tips to help make the decision easier. Some topics he covers: Rising construction costs and why an older home may offer […]
Dec
15,
2020
15,
2020
Fiscal responsibility is the resolution that many of us make, but most fail to keep. As 2020 comes to a close, homeowners over the age of 62 can explore a flexible financial strategy to keep their New Year’s goals within reach — a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM). For many seniors, a HECM, or reverse […]
Dec
8,
2020
8,
2020
It’s that time of year when everyone’s favorite red-suited gift-giver starts making plans for his Christmas Eve visit. Make sure your home is in tip-top shape this December with a maintenance checklist that keeps you off the naughty list. Start at the Top If Santa’s visit to your home will be via a chimney, he’ll […]
Dec
3,
2020
3,
2020
Searching for your dream home can be an emotional rollercoaster. In this video, our CEO and founder Scott Gordon discusses not letting the disappointment of rejection distract you from achieving your homeownership goals>. He covers: Using rejection as an opportunity to learn more about the buying process Not rushing to buy the very next home […]
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