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31,
2017
Five Questions to Ask a Prospective Realtor When it comes to buying and selling your home, having the right Realtor can help you buy your dream house or sell your existing home quickly. Realtors perform literally hundreds of functions for individual homebuyers and sellers, including finding homes, negotiating purchases, coordinating paperwork, and providing guidance. […]
24,
2017
It’s getting hot out there, particularly in the housing market. With bidding wars increasingly common in many locations, buying a home requires discipline and strategy—and knowledge of mistakes that cause homebuyers to miss out on homes. To lower your chances of homebuying heartbreak, here are five common mistakes to avoid: Going over your budget A critical […]
17,
2017
13,
2017
Buying a home is one of the largest purchases you can make. It takes most people 30 years to completely pay off their home, as around 90% of homes are purchased using 30-year mortgages. Because of the high value of your home, and long timeframe needed to pay it off, it’s critical to thoroughly evaluate […]
10,
2017
The choice between buying a home and renting is one of the biggest financial decisions that many adults make. Each have their advantages, but what’s best for you depends on your circumstances. If you’re thinking about buying a home, watch this video to learn some empowering benefits that could be in your future.
29,
2017
The VA loan allows veterans, active members of the military, and surviving spouses to purchase a home with zero down payment unless required by a lender, or unless a purchase price is more than a property’s reasonable value. In addition, VA loans don’t require private mortgage insurance (PMI). Most traditional home loans require borrowers to […]
27,
2017
When you’re self employed, it’s still very possible to get a mortgage, though it can be more challenging. This video details how you can get a mortgage if you’re part of the fastest growing segment of America’s workforce (freelancers and the self-employed).
15,
2017
May was another busy month for the mortgage industry. Here are some recent articles, highlights, and homeowner tips: U.S. pending home sales fall; housing market recovery intact Contracts to buy previously owned U.S. homes fell for a second straight month in April amid a supply squeeze. However, the housing market recovery remains supported by a […]
24,
2017
If you’re planning on buying a home, you have an empowering journey ahead that can provide long-lasting benefits. Whether it’s six months or a year before you buy a home, it’s important to have your finances in order. We recommend improving your credit (most importantly, always pay your bill on time), following a budget, and […]
18,
2017
For individuals and families considering buying their first home, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and question whether you should keep renting. After all, buying a home commits you to years of monthly home payments (and risk) in an uncertain global economy. Owning a home also provides a long list of benefits, including increased […]
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