Mortgage NewsSeptember 27, 2023Should I Buy a House Now or Wait? Why High Mortgage Rates Shouldn’t Scare YouShould I buy a house now or wait until 2024? Explore the pros and cons of purchasing a home in today's market versus waiting.
About MortgagesSeptember 26, 2023How Much Does It Cost to Build a House?If you're thinking about building a home, it's important to know all the costs to figure out your budget and the best way to finance it.
Buying a homeAugust 30, 2023Contingent vs. Pending: The Difference Between These Real Estate TermsContingent vs. pending. You often see these terms in real estate listings. But what lies behind these labels? Read on to discover the difference.
Real Estate NewsAugust 21, 2023Is There an Airbnb Housing Crisis? And Is a Crash Coming?Is there an Airbnb housing crisis? The company denies it but some predict a shift that could affect many hosts, homeowners and renters alike.
Real EstateAugust 1, 2023Housing Market Predictions for Mid- to Late-2023Will home buying and selling get easier in 2023's second half? Eight experts weigh in and give their housing market predictions and advice.
Real EstateJuly 31, 2023Mortgage Rate Predictions for Mid- to Late-2023Will mortgage rates finally come down over 2023's second half? Eight experts weigh in and give their interest rate predictions.
Real EstateJuly 25, 2023Get a Great Rate on a Home Equity Line of CreditHELOCs provide an option for homeowners to leverage the value built up in their property. See if one is right for you.
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 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.
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.
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 homeFebruary 14, 2023Want to increase your home value? Live near these amenitiesNobody wants to buy a property only to sell it at a loss years later. Luckily, living near certain things can help increase your home value.
Real EstateSeptember 23, 2022FSBO guide for homeowners: The for sale by owner processSelling a home yourself, or FSBO, can save you a lot of money. But there are risks involved, too. Learn about the for sale by owner process.
Real EstateJuly 19, 2022Buy or build a house: What’s cheaper? 2024 Cost comparisonIs it cheaper to build or buy a house? That depends on many different variables. Here's how to compare the cost to buy vs. build a home.
Real EstateJuly 5, 2022Should you buy an investment property in 2024? (Podcast)Thinking of investing in real estate? Even with rates and home prices on the rise, investing in property could be a lucrative venture.
Real EstateJune 20, 2022Has the housing market finally peaked? Experts weigh inHas the U.S. housing market peaked? There are signs a cool-off could be coming. Here's what home buyers should know.
Real EstateJune 2, 2022Real estate agent vs. broker vs. realtor: What’s the difference?What's a real estate broker vs. an agent? Or real estate agent vs. Realtor? Here's how to choose the right agent for you.
Real EstateMay 30, 2022First-time home buyers: How your Realtor can help you winDo you need a Realtor to buy a house? Technically, no. But a Realtor could be more important than ever in this competitive market.
Real EstateMay 25, 2022Two reasons housing inventory is so low right now (Podcast)Why is housing inventory so low right now, and what will it take to bounce back? Learn more on The Mortgage Reports Podcast.
Buying a homeApril 12, 2022How to beat an all-cash offer on a house: 7 StrategiesMore buyers are making cash offers in today's market. As a home buyer using a mortgage loan, how do you compete? Here are 7 strategies to help you win.