Blog
14,
2017

If you’re a homeowner (or planning on becoming one), you can incorporate fantastic technology into your home at budget prices to create a “smart home.” Whether you want to adjust your lighting using your voice or control your home thermostat using your phone (while not at home), there are options galore. Here are some affordable […]
13,
2017

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is for more than choice meats. The USDA also offers a unique type of home loan that allows specific borrowers to purchase a home with no money down. It is one of the only loans, other than the VA loan, where an individual can qualify for a loan […]
9,
2017

Valentine’s Day is big. In fact, Americans spent around $20 billion on Valentine’s Day in 2016 alone (or $146 for each person who celebrated). But you can have a fantastic and romantic Valentine’s without spending lots, which is important if you’re saving to become a homeowner (or saving for other goals such as retirement). Here […]
1,
2017

As we move into February, it’s been a busy period for mortgage-related news. Here are some recent highlights: Mortgage rates down for third week straight, Freddie Mac says Mortgage rates fell for the third straight week, following their rapid rise after the November presidential election. Key takeaway: many investors still predict higher mortgage rates in […]