What do you do if you found your dream home but just found out it doesn't qualify for financing because it needs a new roof? Or what if you have found a home and love everything about it, except the … [Read more...]
Financing Closing Costs
Whether you are buying your first home or refinancing your current home, closing on a home can be overwhelming when considering all of the closing costs. Here are a few things to consider to help … [Read more...]
What Type of Closing Costs Should You Expect to See When Buying or Refinancing a Home?
When you are purchasing or refinancing a home, there are certain closing costs that you should expect to see on your closing statement (HUD settlement statement). So that you are aware of these fees, … [Read more...]
Tips for Improving Your Credit Report
Several factors come into play when getting a mortgage and your credit report and FICO score is one of them. If homebuyers are having trouble obtaining a mortgage, it typically helps to improve your … [Read more...]
Mortgage Basics for First-Time Homebuyers
Securing a mortgage is a crucial step for first-time homebuyers. However, choosing a suitable home loan option depends on various factors. Choosing from a wide range of financing options can be … [Read more...]
Investment Property Mortgages
Investment properties are real estate that homeowners purchase to generate income through rental income and/or appreciation. As a result, they require different types of mortgages when compared with … [Read more...]
8 Reasons for Differences in Interest Rate Quotes
One of the most misunderstood issues in obtaining a mortgage is why interest rates vary from one person to another or from one lender to another. I am often asked, "Why did my neighbor get a better … [Read more...]
Nine Florida Cities Rank in Top 100 U.S. Cities
What Florida homeowners have known for years is that Florida is a beautiful place to live. Rankings of the Best U.S. cities to live in have been released, and Florida cities have taken nine of the … [Read more...]
3 Tips to Securing a Better Mortgage Rate
The best way to ensure you get a reasonable rate on your mortgage is to become an informed buyer. The more you know about mortgages, the more you’ll be able to save, and that doesn’t just mean knowing … [Read more...]
Hottest Housing Markets: April 2021
The homebuying season has begun, and so far, the Midwest and Northeast Markets see the most success. The early success from these markets signals buyers are eager to purchase homes now rather than … [Read more...]