Buying a homeAugust 22, 2017Does a low down payment make your offer weaker?Does a low down payment affect a home seller's perception? Can a low down payment make it harder for your offers to be taken seriously?
Buying a homeAugust 16, 2017Rising house values prove real estate can be a smart investmentHouse values have risen at a nice clip, providing an excellent return for recent buyers. But there is still money on the table for tomorrow's buyers.
Buying a homeJuly 31, 2017How To Buy A House In A Hot Market: Safely Making A Sight-Unseen OfferHow to buy a house when the competition is white hot? You may have to move fast. Even make an offer without seeing the property in person. You can do it safely if you build in the right protection.
Buying a homeJuly 28, 2017Housing & Mortgage Trends: Buying A Home Won’t Get EasierBuying a home will probably get harder in the next few years, especially for first-timers. Most experts anticipate that rates will rise, and home prices are already doing so.
Buying a homeJuly 25, 2017“New School” House Hunting: Buy A House OnlineToday's technology makes it easy to buy a house online. Here's how to do more with less time, and avoid the pitfalls.
Buying a homeJuly 25, 2017Millennial Homebuyers Are Not Unicorns: Here’s WhyMillennial homebuyers are not as rare as the media would have you think. You, too, can break into home buying with the right preparation.
Buying a homeJuly 21, 2017Slugging It Out In A Seller’s Market: How To CompeteIn a seller's market, you have to be on your toes and ready to move quickly. Here's how to compete successfully.
Buying a homeJuly 17, 2017Home Prices: How To Get The Best Deal On A FlipHome prices are rising as demand for housing outstrips demand. You may be able to take advantage of this demand if you play it smart and follow these tips.
Buying a homeJuly 16, 2017Marriage Equality Fuels Rise In LGBT Mortgage Applicants & HomeownersMarriage equality has changed the way LGBT couples get mortgages. While there is no such thing as an LGBT mortgage, couples should consider these factors when applying for a mortgage.
Buying a homeJuly 14, 2017Improve Your Property With An Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM)The Energy Efficient Mortgage is an add-on to your home purchase or refinance loan that allows you to finance energy-related home improvements.
Buying a homeJuly 13, 2017Millennial Homebuyers Returning To Homeownership For Good ReasonsMillennial homebuyers are finally becoming a force in real estate markets. Here's what you need to know about making the leap to homeownership as a young adult.
Buying a homeJuly 10, 2017Rising Mortgage Rates Affect Home Affordability, But Less Than You ThinkRising mortgage rates mean higher payments, and that impacts home affordability. But the relationship is more complicated than that, and the news may not be as bad as you think.
Buying a homeJuly 9, 2017How To Choose A Home Builder And Get The House You WantIt's important to know how to choose a home builder because guessing wrong could be very expensive. Here is what you need to know.
Buying a homeJuly 7, 2017How To Buy A Home: 3 Concessions That Are Better Than A Price CutHow to buy a home and get the best deal. The lowest price is not always the cheapest way to buy. Learn about other concessions and how valuable they can be.
Buying a homeJuly 6, 2017Buying A Home: Utility Costs Matter (A Lot!)Buying a home without considering utility costs is like buying a car without checking the gas mileage. But many forget to do this when they go shopping.
Buying a homeJuly 2, 2017Buying A Home And Selling A Home At The Same TimeBuying a home and selling a home, aka a simultaneous closing, can present a timing challenge, but it's definitely possible. Here's what you need to know.
Buying a homeJune 22, 2017Mortgage Down Payment Wedding Gift: Is It Tacky?The mortgage down payment wedding gift is trendy, but is it tacky? Learn how to deal with gifts and your mortgage loan. There are hoops to jump through.
Buying a homeJune 18, 2017Gen X Rules Real Estate: Here Are Your Best Home LoansGen X buys more homes than any other. They are established and in a good position to get the best home loans. Here's what you need to know about these loans.
Buying a homeJune 17, 2017How Much Can I Borrow?How much can I borrow? Home affordability is one of the first issues you'll address. Find out how much you can borrow when you buy a home.
Buying a homeJune 11, 2017Ten Percent Off: Consider Short Sale HomesShort sale homes are still around and can represent a nice bargain. Learn about buying a short sale home here.
