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3 ‘Hidden’ Costs You’ll Uncover Buying Your First Home – and How to Plan for Them

3 ‘Hidden’ Costs You’ll Uncover Buying Your First Home – and How to Plan for Them

Are you about to become a first-time home buyer? If so, there’s a lot to get excited about. You’ll soon be a home owner, able to customize and improve your living space as you see fit. Of course, buying a home is an investment unlike any othe

Jun 03, 2017 |

Can I Qualify for a Mortgage After Declaring Bankruptcy? Yes — and Here’s How

Can I Qualify for a Mortgage After Declaring Bankruptcy? Yes — and Here’s How

It may feel like a very daunting task to consider buying a home after you’ve declared bankruptcy, and there’s no doubt that it’s an uphill battle. Fortunately, while you’ll have hard work ahead, there are things you can do in orde

Jun 02, 2017 |

Yes, It’s Getting Easier to Get a Mortgage. Here’s How You Can Take Advantage

Yes, It’s Getting Easier to Get a Mortgage. Here’s How You Can Take Advantage

It can be hard to stay on top of a changing real estate market from day-to-day, but it’s a matter of fact that there are more available mortgage products out there than ever before for many different kinds of homebuyers. If you’re wondering h

Jun 01, 2017 |

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 30, 2017

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 30, 2017

Sales of new and previously owned homes were lower in April after reaching near-record levels in March. Mortgage rates were lower last week and new jobless claims were little changed. New Home Sales Fall in April; March Reading Revised New home sales wer

May 31, 2017 |

Understanding What a “Piggyback” Mortgage Loan Is and How It Works

Understanding What a “Piggyback” Mortgage Loan Is and How It Works

As a potential homebuyer who is new to the market, many of the terms and mortgage products available to you can be more than a little confusing. Piggyback loans might be a little less familiar than many other options, but if you’re ready to jump in

May 27, 2017 |

3 Bedroom Staging Tips That Will Get Potential Buyers Excited About Your Home

3 Bedroom Staging Tips That Will Get Potential Buyers Excited About Your Home

Arranging an open house is one of the most important parts of selling your home, but there can be a lot of tricks involved in staging it so you’ll get the right offers. While the kitchen and the living room may be a bit more straightforward, here a

May 26, 2017 |