When the housing market crashed in the height of the Great Recession, a whole generation of prospective homebuyers was scared away from the idea of personal real estate. For most of the twentieth … [Read more...]
Buy vs. Rent: Buy a Home for the Same Monthly Payment as Renting, Build Equity
See this flyer comparing buying a home vs. renting. You can buy a home for the same monthly payment as renting, and build equity. If you have been thinking of buying a home, now is a great time to … [Read more...]
Mortgage Challenges When Purchasing a Property with Acreage or Agricultural Zoning
We have recently seen many of our borrowers wanting to purchase rural properties with significant acreage. In many cases, these properties are also zoned agricultural. Many people do not realize that … [Read more...]
4 Reasons You Should Use a Buyer’s Agent to Purchase Real Estate
I am writing this article on behalf of my many wonderful business associates who works as a Buyer’s Agent. On several occasions over the last few weeks, I have received calls from buyers wanting to … [Read more...]
Saving to Buy a Home? Don’t Forget to Save for These Expenses.
One of the first things people think about when planning to purchase a home is how much money they will need for the down payment. But often times, they forget about the other expenses associated with … [Read more...]
5 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first home can be hectic, especially since you don't know what to expect. So, we've prepared 5 tips that are good for all homebuyers to keep in mind, but we hope they are very valuable to … [Read more...]
3 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Most people struggle when making a large purchase like a home, not only because of the legal requirements but also because of the financial commitment. Here are 3 tips that are helpful when … [Read more...]
Should I Buy or Rent a Home?
"Should I buy or rent a home?" is one of the most important financial decisions you will make. Check out The New York Times online buy or rent calculator for a tool to help you decide. The … [Read more...]
7 Common Mistakes Homebuyers Make
Buying a home can be an exciting experience, whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a current homeowner. However, purchasing a home is one of the most significant financial decisions one will make … [Read more...]
First-Time Homebuyers May Benefit From Buying a HUD Home with an FHA Home Mortgage
Many first-time homebuyers have the same types of questions about the best methods for obtaining HUD Homes and an FHA Home Mortgage. Finding the proper answers can often be a challenge. But here we … [Read more...]