Homeownership
4 Qualities of a Great Real Estate Agent
If you find a real estate agent with these qualities, look no further! The road to homeownership can be a bumpy one—especially for first-time buyers. With all the unexpected detours that can […]
How to Negotiate Post-Home Inspection Repairs like a Pro
Tackle post-home inspection negotiations with these four tips. If you’re a first-time home buyer, you’ve probably heard of the negotiations that come at the beginning of the home buying process—when you’re negotiating […]
Hot This Summer: Solar Panels Save You Money
Switching to solar power could significantly lower your energy bills. What you didn’t know about solar panels: Solar panels still draw power from the sun on cloudy days. Solar panels do not […]
9 Ways to Prepare for a Home Appraisal
With a little effort, prepping for your home appraisal could really pay off. As peak home buying and selling season takes off, homeowners across the country are preparing to put their homes […]
5 Fresh Spring Home Improvement Projects
Welcome warmer weather with these spring home improvement projects. As the weather warms up and the cold days become scarce, seize this opportunity to take on some home projects and make your […]
Don’t Let Student Debt Keep You from Homeownership
College grads, don’t be fooled. You can still purchase a home with student loan debt! A 2016 study conducted by the Student Loan Report shows that student loan debt is a major […]
7 Steps on the Path to Homeownership
The road to homeownership is shorter than you think. 1. Pre-approval What to expect: To pre-approve you for a loan, we’ll check your credit and review your financial and employment history. It’s […]
First-Time Home Buyer Questions to Ask
Q&A session with one of our loan originators. According to a 2016 Housing Wire study, the peak season for buying and selling homes begins in March. Sellers start thinking about ways to […]
Your Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
Prepare for the coldest weather of the year with this fall home maintenance checklist. Fall is in full-swing and there’s no better time to prepare your home for winter and its potential […]