Buying a new home can be exciting! It's the perfect opportunity to create a space that's completely your own, with your personal style and comforts. Of course, it's not only the inside of the home that needs your attention, but also the yard and... (Read More)

Ready to try your hand at renovating a home? There's a loan to help with that. The best candidates for a 203k loan are ones who don't have a lot of extra cash in the bank and want to buy a home that needs to be renovated. Homes that need... (Read More)

Buying a fixer upper is something many people scoff at and then run the other way. Unfortunately, they could be missing something really valuable. If you're one of these people, take a minute to read over the pros and cons of buying a home that... (Read More)

If you're on the market for an older home, you'll want to keep an eye out for water fixtures. Older homes don't always have the latest in water-saving devices. Some even have a few water-wasters. The good news? A lot of these problems can be fixed... (Read More)

When financing a home, you have a lot of choices, including the term of your loan. It's estimated that 80 percent of all home buyers elect to take out 30-year fixed-rate home loans. It's a popular option because of the low monthly payments. Less... (Read More)

When it comes to putting a home on the market, are you ready to put your best foot forward? Many homeowners think they have to spend a fortune to make their properties more inviting to home buyers. Not true! In fact, two of the most important things... (Read More)

Congratulations, you've made the decision to start shopping for a new home. You've likely thought of a few people to contact for help along the way. Realtor? Check. Loan officer? Check. But what about your insurance agent? They're a critical player... (Read More)

You're just about ready to make an offer on a home you'd like to purchase. You'll need to decide how much money you're going to offer for the property, of course. And you'll also need to figure out how much to offer in earnest money. The earnest... (Read More)

There's nothing like moving — whether it's across town or across the country — to make you realize just how much stuff you have! When moving, you're likely to let some things go, but probably also add some new appliances, furniture and other... (Read More)