While purchasing a home qualifies as the largest acquisition in many peoples’ lives, it doesn’t have to invoke anxiety. As long as you know what to expect, you’ll be set to become a successful homeowner. The following questions and answers cover what you need to know before making this important decision. What Credit Score do...Read More

If you are tired of renting and ready to buy the home of your dreams, you need to plan carefully. The dream of home ownership is a wonderful thing, but without careful planning and a proactive approach, buying your first home could quickly turn into a nightmare. If you want to make the most of...Read More

Purchasing your first home is always an exciting life milestone. However, if you want to make a smooth and easy transition into home ownership, there are a few mistakes you should try to avoid along the way, such as: Not Shopping around for a Lender When trying to purchase your first home, the simple act...Read More

Securing pre-qualification, pre-approval, and mortgage commitment letters can simplify the mortgage application process. These steps can also help home buyers avoid disaster. They don’t need all three, however. Mortgage Pre-Qualification and Buying a House Future home buyers can get pre-qualified for a home mortgage long before they ever start house shopping. Used mostly by buyers...Read More

After sending the offer to purchase to the seller, there’s nothing left to do but cross some fingers and hope for the best. Or is there? What happens now and when will the keys finally change hands? The time between the now and the closing date is probably one of the most stressful and critical...Read More

Taking out your first mortgage presents a major financial commitment, possibly the biggest one you’ll ever make, so it’s crucial that you get the best deal available. Getting a mortgage is often not a quick and straightforward process either, particularly since the options available to you will vary depending on factors such as your income,...Read More

Buying a home is always a big decision, but when you’re a first-time buyer it’s even more important to get it right. Without home-buying experience to draw on, it’s easy to make mistakes you could regret for years to come. Here’s what to avoid 1) Don’t Rush the Mortgage In the excitement of buying your...Read More

Buying your first home is a scary and exciting process because it’s a HUGE commitment. It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of home shopping and mistakes can leave you with buyer’s remorse later.  Here are some First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes you may want to avoid: 1) Looking For a Home Before Applying For...Read More

We are facing a challenging time as we work together to combat COVID-19 in our country and even our own neighborhoods. With so much uncertainty in the air, is it a good time to think about buying a house? Especially as a First-Time Home Buyer? The housing market can be highly seasonal, sales are typically...Read More