Purchase
What is PMI?
With so many acronyms in the mortgage world, it can be hard to keep track of what’s what—and which ones you actually need to know. Take it from us, PMI is definitely […]
Wondering What to Look For in a Mortgage Lender? We’ve Got the Answers.
Worried about what it takes to buy a home? Overwhelmed by the number of lenders out there? Good news: If you’ve ever purchased a car, you’ve probably got a good idea of […]
How Much Down Payment For a House? 3 Things You Need to Know
You’re thinking of buying a house. Maybe it’s a house with an attached garage (goodbye bone-chilling morning walks to the car). Perhaps it’s a home with storage space for your autumn decor […]
Financial Planning Tips For Home Buyers
Odds are, you likely learned how to balance a checkbook at some point in your education. You may have even learned about supply and demand, simple interest, and everyone’s favorite topic: taxes. […]
Self-Employed and Buying a House: How to Get Financed
You’re self-employed, but that doesn’t mean you have to do everything yourself—especially when it comes to financing your home. If the logistics of a self-employed mortgage are holding you back from buying […]
When Are Closing Costs Due, and What Do You Need to Know About Them?
Rising home prices, stringent loan requirements, and hidden fees can make a lot of people question whether or not buying a house is the right move. Good news: It doesn’t have to […]
Freddie Mac BorrowSmart℠: The Smart Way to Get More Cash For a Home
Are you pinching your pennies to save up for a down payment or closing costs? The Freddie Mac BorrowSmart program can help you get cash to close, the smart way. Between rent, […]
Types of VA Home Loans
As a veteran, you have access to some very well-deserved perks. There are dining discounts at restaurants, ticket promos at the movie theater, and did you know you can even get a […]
How Do I Get My VA Certificate of Eligibility?
When it comes to getting your home financed with a VA loan, there are a lot of moving parts. But before the process can be set in motion, you need to get […]
Home Buying Terms: Lingo You Should Know
Do home buying terms make your head hurt? Here we’ll break down the lingo you should know in ways you can understand. interest rate Probably the most basic home buying term on […]
The Top 9 Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent
Real estate agents come in all shapes and sizes. Ask these questions to find out if they’re really up to snuff. Whether you’re buying or selling, your real estate agent will be […]
What It’s Really Like Working with First-Time Home Buyers
Working with first-time home buyers can be a good challenge. If you’re a real estate agent and you’ve had some interesting experiences working with first-time home buyers, don’t worry—you’re not alone. We’ve […]
