For first time homebuyers, coming up with a down payment on a home can be challenge. Even with loan programs in place like an FHA loan, you still need to come up with 3.5% down for your home. That means that if you purchased in Portland using the average sales price from 2012 of $275,000, […]
Housing prices in Las Vegas are going up and many people are beginning to see equity built up in their home. With mortgage rates remaining at close to historic lows and many people regaining value in their homes, it may be time to think about refinancing. Before you jump head-first into refinancing your home, there […]
There is nothing worse than getting pre-approved for a home loan, finding the home of your dreams, and then getting declined by your lender during the underwriting process. By following four simple, but very important guidelines during the lending process, you can avoid this heartbreak. Don’t Make Major Career Changes Unless absolutely necessary, it is […]
Identifying the right home mortgage option in Denver, CO may feel like an enormous task. Which type of home loan to utilize can be just as challenging with traditional and unconventional loans options available. Taking the time to shop around for the right home loan can save you thousands of dollars in the long run. Here’s […]
Many first time homebuyers get so caught up in the whole titillation of buying a home and are so anxious to close on their first deal that they often make common mistakes when rushing to the close. Here are five things to avoid when shopping for your first home. Consider All Costs There is a […]
There will be many different individuals involved during the purchase of your home. You will likely be working with a real estate agent, mortgage lender, appraiser, closing company and title officer to name a few. Each portion of the purchase process will require one or more of these people to help you move the process […]
After being cooped up in your home with the doors and windows shut during those long cold days of winter, spring is finally on the horizon. A time for renewal and rejuvenation, spring is a time when we can finally begin to open the windows again to take in a warm afternoon breeze, barbeque on […]
