Like the frosting on cake, your homes front entry is the first thing people will see when they come over. Making a great first impression not only leaves a lasting statement about your home but can help to invite potential homebuyers in if you are in the market to sell. As we move into the […]
Do you ever feel like no matter how much money is coming in, the same amount goes right back out? With incomes remaining stagnant and prices rising, it can seem almost impossible in today’s economy to maintain a budget and save money, but if you really want to figure out where your money is going […]
There are arguments on both sides of the fence for adjustable rate mortgages. Some say the practice incentivizes reckless borrowers and they should be abolished, while others praise them as a good choice for market savvy buyers. Adjustable rate mortgages may have gotten a bad wrap during the housing bubble and subsequent crash, but the […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you are a first time homebuyer, chances are you will be looking for a starter home – one that fits within your budget that you can grow into, acquire some equity in, and begin your life of homeownership. First time homebuyers often have limited choices when it comes to finding a move-in ready home […]
