Beginning with Pre-Approval
If you’re looking to buy a home this fall, there are a few things you need to know. Affordability is tight with today’s mortgage rates and rising...
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The Pros and Cons of A Fixed Rate Second Mortgage vs. Opening a Home Equity Line of Credit
When it comes to a mortgage and the financial stability of your home, there's no such thing as too much you can know in the case of keeping your...
3 Reasons Why Your Mortgage Lender Might Ask for Your Tax Returns - And Why You Should Provide Them
After you have completed the initial loan application and have signed the preliminary loan disclosures, your mortgage loan application will generally...
The Pros and Cons of Paying Your Mortgage off Biweekly Versus Monthly
If you have a mortgage, you're probably looking for the best option to pay it off. Monthly mortgage payments are an easy-to-manage way to pay for...
3 Important Factors That Affect Your Real Estate Transaction
The real estate market is quite different from other markets and can be confusing for even the most experienced buyers and sellers. You will need the...
Lowballing 101: How to Avoid Insulting a Home Seller
Buying a home is a huge step for people who are ready to make an investment in their future. Getting a great deal on a home is just as important and...
Give the Ultimate Holiday Gift: Pay Off a Family Member's Mortgage
Christmas is just around the corner, and if you're in a position to do it, paying off a family member's mortgage is one of the biggest gifts you...
Selling Your Half of a Jointly-owned Home? Here's What You Need to Know
There are many factors to consider when it comes to selling your home, and if you own your home with someone else the details involved can be even...
Financial Mistakes to Avoid When Closing on a House
The seller has accepted your offer and you’re ready to start closing on a new house — but that doesn’t mean you’ve reached the finish line yet. As...
Gen Z: The Next Generation Is Making Moves in the Housing Market
Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership....
Explaining Today’s Mortgage Rates
If you’re following mortgage rates because you know they impact your borrowing costs, you may be wondering what the future holds for them....