Down Payment Assistance: Grants vs. Loans
Typically reserved for first time home buyers, although that’s not always the case, down payment assistance can help buyers gather up enough funds to buy and finance a home. These … Continue reading
Help You Sell Your Home With These 10 Affordable Tweaks
Putting your home on the market can be a stressful time as you’re transitioning to move out and also preparing your house for showing. In addition to hiring a realtor … Continue reading
A Simple Guide for Buying Your First Home
After years of preparing for this moment in your life you are finally ready. No, not marriage, but buying your first home. It’s taken you a long time to get … Continue reading
Property Inspections: Who Has to Be There?
There’s a fair amount of confusion over who has to be present at a property when an inspector is conducting an inspection for a buyer under contract with a seller. … Continue reading
Is ‘I Want to Close Quickly’ a Realistic Timeline Goal?
When multiple buyers compete for a contract on the same property, some find themselves seeking ways to make their offer more attractive than the competition. The simplest way to do … Continue reading
‘Nightmare Neighbors’ Shift Owners’ Housing Priorities
More than half (52% ) of Americans say they’ve lived next door to a “nightmare neighbor,” and more than three-quarters say their potential future neighbors would be a factor into … Continue reading
Is This the Future of Rent-To-Buy?
In theory, the idea behind a rent-to-buy arrangement is a good one for those who want to purchase a home but aren’t quite ready yet. More than anything, it gives … Continue reading
Can Regular Maintenance Save You Money On AC Repairs
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!” How many times in your life have you heard that motto? Probably a few. However, when it comes to your air conditioning system, … Continue reading
Can Landlords Manage Rental Property From Out of State?
Owning rental property is a great way to expand your investments and create passive income. With so many types of rental properties on the market, there are many ways to … Continue reading
Building New? Make Sure Your Preapproval is Ready for Your Permanent Mortgage
For those building a brand new home from the ground up, a construction loan is needed. A construction loan will include funds for both materials and labor but can also … Continue reading