4 Signs That It’s Time For a New Roof
Feb 13, 2023Repairing or replacing your roof can be a big investment. As a homeowner, it’s natural to want to wait until the time is right to get the most out of your roof’s lifespan. As a…
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When You Should (Not) Refinance
Jan 23, 2023Refinancing is common practice for homeowners, and it’s often a smart financial move. It can lower your payment, reduce your interest rate and more. But when it’s not the right time to refinance, it can…
What to Know About Property Liens
Jan 09, 2023For both homebuyers and homeowners, understanding how property liens work is important. In fact, they could impact your ability to buy a specific house or make a home cost more. Fortunately, finding out if a…
Prequalification Versus Preapproval
Dec 27, 2022When you start researching to buy a home, you’ll see the terms “mortgage prequalification” and “mortgage preapproval” thrown around a lot. While they sound similar, they aren’t the same — and they serve different purposes…
Buyer Guide: Starter vs. Forever Homes
Dec 02, 2022Is there a difference between the right house for your current situation versus your ideal home for life? There’s usually a big difference for most buyers, and it’s a good idea to consider both options…
Using Gift Money for Your Down Payment
Nov 14, 2022Gift-giving season is upon us — and did you know that you can potentially use gift money to help cover your down payment? You most certainly can. However, there are some limitations and a few…
How does house hacking work?
Oct 25, 2022There are lots of creative ways to afford a home, but house hacking might be one of the most interesting on paper. Not only does this investment strategy have generations of practical use behind it,…
How do construction loans work?
Oct 10, 2022Building your home from the ground up can be extremely rewarding. You get to have a lot more control over your property’s design and construction, and starting from scratch can be an adventurous passion project….
4 Property Risks That Can Impact Financing
Oct 07, 2022When you apply for a mortgage, lenders assess two things: your risk as a borrower and any risks associated with the property. While you can influence the former through having a good credit score and…
5 Telltale Signs of an Overpriced Listing
Sep 26, 2022Knowing whether the price is right for a property you’re interested in is vital to avoid problems further down the road. It can be easy to miss though, especially in a hot market. With stiff…