9 Biggest Mortgage Mistakes Buyers Make
The home buying process is an intricate maze full of both success stories and pitfalls. What's especially difficult is figuring out its financing part. When dealing with a mortgage, you couldn’t be too complacent and not invest your time and negotiate properly for the best one that suits ...
Top 5 Things A Great Real Estate Agent Will Do For Home Buyers
According to NAR, 87% of homebuyers still choose to hire realtors. You might think that not hiring an agent will save you money, but being your own agent can actually cost you more in the long run. Also keep in mind that time is a resource, too. Hiring an agent can save you lots of time and ...
5 Most Common Home Buyer Fears And How To Overcome Them
A home is possibly the largest purchase you'll ever make, and it’s normal to overthink even the smallest details in the process – especially if it’s your first time to invest in real estate. A lot of cash is at stake, and you want to make sure that you’re getting the ...
5 Tips For Finding The Perfect Vacation Home
Life in the city can be too stifling sometimes – there are plenty of spaces for bustling enjoyment but not much for tranquil relaxation, plus there could be too many people and not much community. You know that it would do you and your family so much good if you could escape from the ...
10 Things You Need To Know Before Buying A House Remotely
There are several reasons why you are looking at a property outside of your state – you want or need to relocate, you want a vacation home, you're looking for an investment, or you’re buying for children. As you might know, buying a house isn’t really an easy task, and maybe ...
An Expert Guide On Buying A House You Can Actually Afford
Purchasing your first home can be the largest financial decision of your life, but it can also be an exciting financial milestone. However, while a trusted realtor will offer you invaluable advice, you will still need to do a lot of work to have a good sense of a realistic budget. Only you can ...
5 Ways To Be A Wise Home Buyer By Balancing Logic And Emotion
Buying a home is a big decision that could both be exciting as it is daunting. There would definitely be a lot of emotions involved in every scenario – whether you're moving from an old house with your family, or making your first buy and just starting to build your own family, your ...
5 Most Common Misconceptions About VA Loans
The Veterans Affairs home loans are unique mortgage options that allow current and former members of the military to own a piece of the American dream by potentially qualifying for homes that they might have thought to be out of reach.Veterans, active-duty service personnel, and select ...
The Ultimate Renter's Move-In Checklist (And Other Questions To Ask)
Despite the many disadvantages of renting compared to buying one's own home, many are still choosing the former because of increasing home prices and high mortgage payment and taxes. In the 2016 American Community Survey of the Census Bureau, nearly 37 percent of U.S. households are now ...
To Rent Or To Buy: Top Things You Should Know
Buying your own home seems like the fulfillment of the American dream, but as housing prices are increasing, we all know that that dream will definitely cost you a hefty amount. According to an article on Economists' Outlook, the median price of homes for a single-family home sold in August ...
The Top 5 Realtor Review Websites That Most Successful Agents Use
As much as personal recommendations from friends and family are revered when it comes to real estate recommendations, people nowadays turn to the Internet for reviews including real estate agent prospects. Consumers have become more critical, and they want to get as much bang for their buck, ...
The 5 Biggest Red Flags To Spot When Purchasing A New House
Whether it's your first time buying a home or have had experience in purchasing properties, it’s very important to be reminded of what can be a problem after the sale has been made. After all, we want to minimize costs and get the best deals. How can this be done? Home inspections are ...
Beware Of These 3 Home Insurance Purchasing Mistakes!
A homeowner's insurance is a type of property insurance that covers a private residence and its’ assets when losses and damages occur. Once a house is insured, it is typically protected from four incidents:  interior damage, exterior damage, loss or damage of personal ...