What are the Current FHA Loan Requirements?
Last Updated October 30, 2020 One of the best ways to purchase a house is to pay 100 percent in cash. However, if you are finding it hard to save up sufficient cash, you may be better off getting a home loan that is backed by the FHA (Federal Housing… Read More
Posted on: October 30, 2020
How to Get Pre-approved for a Home Loan
Getting pre-approved for a home is an exciting moment! You are getting ready to embark on a wonderful journey toward homeownership. But before you take the initial steps toward the home buying process, you must understand how to properly prepare. So,… Read More
Posted on: September 22, 2020
5 Favorable Mortgages for Investment Properties
Investing in real estate isn't always a highway to instant riches. But it just might be a lucky ticket to securing a stable financial future for you and your whole family. As with any investment, you will need to be smart about it. You will need to determine… Read More
Posted on: May 10, 2019
From ‘Sold’ to ‘For Sale’ and Back Again: The 4 Phases of Homeownership
Whether you've lived in your home for a day or a decade, buckle up — homeownership can be a wild ride. You may live in your home for two years, or you may hunker down for two decades. But no matter how long you call it yours, you’ll likely… Read More
Posted on: November 1, 2018
How Many Credit Checks Before Closing on a Home?
Throughout the approval process, push yourself to maintain your credit while lenders pull it. Navigating the purchase of a home can be overwhelming for first-time buyers. Lenders require documentation of seemingly every detail of your life before… Read More
Posted on: October 9, 2018
How to Decide It’s Time to Buy a Home
Maybe it’s spotting a “for sale” sign on that funky cottage you’ve always admired on your morning bike ride. Or a friend raves about the perks and privacy at the chic new condo she’s just purchased. Maybe you’re tired of roommates or just… Read More
Posted on: September 21, 2018
Asking These 6 Questions Can Save You Money When Buying New Construction
If you’re in the market for a brand-new home, you’ve got a ton of options. Sales of new homes surged to an eight-year high in 2015, according to data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, and single-family… Read More
Posted on: September 17, 2018