Buying

Buying a home should be fun, not stressful. As you look for your dream home, keep in mind these tips for making the process as peaceful as possible. Find a real estate agent who you […]

These tips came from a survey of 400 real estate professionals. These items are listed in order of importance, from most to least. Get a home inspection to evaluate the safety and overall condition of […]

They don’t ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal. They don’t act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house. They don’t find […]

•Prices will continue to rise •Mortgage rates are projected to increase •You are paying a mortgage either way •It’s time to move on with your life

You can make the home buying process go much smoother for yourself and your agent if you can answer these 10 questions in the beginning: Why buy and why buy now Are you working with a lender […]

Condominiums, townhomes, and properties located within a homeowner association offer certain perks, but it’s important to consider them in your decision process. How much storage is available? Some properties include storage lockers, but there may […]

Talk to mortgage brokers. Many first-time home buyers don’t take the time to get prequalified. They also often don’t take the time to shop around to find the best mortgage for their particular situation. It’s […]

The tax deductions you’re eligible to take for mortgage interest* and property taxes greatly increase the financial benefits of home ownership. Let’s work through a hypothetical situation to see how it works. If we assume […]