Buying a homeJune 21, 2023Downsizing Your Home: Using Home Equity to Buy a Smaller HomeDownsizing your home is a big step. You'll think through the practical aspects but also consider your financing options. What's best for you?
Real Estate NewsJune 13, 2023Homeowners are Becoming Unintentional LandlordsThe housing market's conditions of high mortgage rates and low inventory are causing a new phenomenon of turning homeowners into landlords.
Buying a homeJune 12, 2023Home Buyer Assistance Programs’ Impact on Closing Costs and Down PaymentHome buyer assistance programs can slash the amount you need to save for your down payment and sometimes closing costs.
Buying a homeJune 6, 202339% of Home Buyers Can’t Afford 5% Down PaymentProprietary data from TheMortgageReports.com showed 39% of potential home buyers could not make a down payment of at least 5% in 2022.
Buying a homeJune 6, 2023How Much Is a Home Inspection and Why Is It Important?The last thing you want when making the biggest purchase of your life is finding out it's going to cost you way more money.
Buying a homeMay 31, 2023What Is a Property Deed and Why Is It Important?Home buying involves many important documents - One of the most crucial is your property deed, which legally states who owns the house.
Real Estate NewsMay 30, 2023Home Prices Grow at Slowest Pace Since 2012The annual rate of home price growth hit its lowest point housing in over a decade, with some states even seeing price drops.
Buying a homeMay 24, 2023House Title: What It Is And Common Ways To Hold ItDifferent titles are appropriate for different circumstances, so it’s important to understand your options and choose the best way to hold title to your home.
Buying a homeMay 22, 2023Home Buying Timeline: How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?We can't tell you how long the home buying timeline will last in your case. But we can break down the steps and give you averages for each.
Buying a homeMay 17, 2023The ABCs of a Closing Statement: What It Is and Why You Need ItThe closing statement is a legally binding document and essential part of the home buying process that lays out your final terms and costs.
Mortgage StrategyMay 2, 2023Can You Borrow From Your 401(k) to Buy a House? | 2025Can you borrow from your 401(k) to purchase a home? Sometimes, but it's not always recommended. Read on to learn your best options.
Real EstateApril 25, 2023Buyer’s Market vs Seller’s Market: The Differences and What Is it Currently?The dynamics between buyers and sellers is a key aspect of the housing market. Various factors determine which side has the upper hand.
Buying a homeApril 24, 2023What’s a Good First-Time Home Buyer Credit Score?Credit plays a key role in qualifying for a mortgage. Read on to discover first time home buyer credit score requirements.
Real Estate NewsApril 17, 2023Housing Affordability Shows Signs of Improvement in 2023A cooling housing market is a welcomed sight for home buyers, as price growth slowed — and even fell in many places — in Q1 2023.
Buying a homeApril 11, 2023The Ins and Outs of Buying a Second Home: Making an Informed DecisionAre you considering buying a second home? Whether it’s for having a regular vacation spot or an additional income source, owning a second home can be very enticing.
Buying a homeApril 5, 2023Buying and Selling a House at the Same Time: How You Can Make It WorkBuying and selling a house at the same time? Read on to discover how you can make a smooth transition from one home to the next.
Real Estate NewsApril 4, 2023Housing Inventory Grows at Record Pace for Sixth Straight MonthHome buyers are getting relief from pandemic market conditions as for-sale listings grew in February for the sixth month in a row.
About MortgagesMarch 15, 2023Non-Conforming Loan: What Is It and How It Differs from a Conforming MortgageRead on to discover how non-conforming loans work, what makes them unique, and when applying for one would be most suitable.
About MortgagesMarch 10, 202310 Things Not To Say To Your Mortgage Broker | Loan ApprovalThere are a number of things you shouldn't say to your mortgage lender that can lead to your loan application being denied. Don't let it be you.
Buying a homeMarch 7, 2023Should You Buy the Best House in the Neighborhood? (Podcast)Mortgage pro Ivan Simental explains whether it's smart to buy the priciest home in the neighborhood and how to make it a sound investment.
