According to NerdWallet’s Millennials & Homebuying Study, the top 5 reasons young renters choose to own are: 1. To Have Control over Their Living Space – 93% Many millennials who rent a home or apartment prior to buying their own homes, dream of the day that they will be able to paint the walls whatever […]

According to CoreLogic’s Equity Report, the average American household gained over $15,000 in equity over the course of the last year, largely due to home value increases. The map below was created using the same report from CoreLogic and shows the average equity gain per mortgaged home over the last 12 months. As we mentioned […]

According to a report by Trulia, “buying is cheaper than renting in 100 of the largest metro areas by an average of 37.4%.” That may have some people thinking about buying a home instead of signing another lease extension, but does that make sense from a financial perspective? In the report, Ralph McLaughlin, Trulia’s Chief […]

There are many potential homebuyers, and even sellers, who believe they need at least a 20% down payment in order to buy a home or move on to their next home. Time after time, we have dispelled this myth by showing that there are many loan programs that allow you to put down as little […]

You made an offer and it was accepted. Your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Agents oftentimes recommend you make your offer contingent on a clean home inspection. This contingency allows you to renegotiate the price you paid for the home, ask the sellers to cover repairs, or in some […]

Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy and have applied for a mortgage! You are undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home! But before you make any big purchases, move any money around, or make any big-time life changes, consult your loan officer – someone who will be able to tell you […]

  Regardless of your experience with homeownership, you probably have plenty of questions surrounding your down payment. What is truly required for a down payment? How can you best source down payment assistance? Let’s answer those questions here. 1. How Much Do You Really Need for a Down Payment? There is a long-standing misconception about […]

Finding your dream house is much similar to finding your perfect partner. Searching for your dream home may take a while, but it’ll be worth it. You will have the perfect, comfortable place to unwind and make memories. For first-time homebuyers, looking for your dream house can be frustrating, but with planning and the helpful […]

Let’s be honest: buying a house is a huge expense. Aside from recurring property taxes and insurance payments to pay, maintenance gets expensive fast. However, it’s worth it and gives you a sense of stability that renting won’t bring. Setting those costs aside, owning a home could give you huge benefits. Apart from the fact […]

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Are you planning to purchase a house soon? If you are like most first-time home buyers, you have probably heard your friends, family, and co-workers encouraging you to buy a home. Buying a house a considerable investment and a big decision to make. You must be purchasing a house for a valid reason and not […]

Have you been wanting to sell your house but you have no idea where to start? If so, this article might be what you need. Whatever your reason for selling is, it is crucial to be ready for the sale process — as you might have an emotional attachment to your home. Since your house […]

How the Closing Process Works A checklist of critical steps and information When a buyer and seller have agreed to a deal on a home, the last step is the closing. The closing process takes about 40 to 50 days and includes everything from home inspection to signing paperwork. Understanding contingencies Contingencies are conditions that […]

How to Make an Offer on a Home Overview of the offer process: ●  Find a home you like and tell your agent. ●  Your real estate agent will contact the seller’s listing agent to see if they are still selling offers, to see if there are any other offers on the table, and to […]

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