by lizlaurenb | Jun 9, 2023 | Mortgage
Obtaining a pre-approval for a mortgage is an important step when you’re planning to buy a home. It gives you an idea of how much you can afford, helps streamline the home-buying process, and strengthens your position as a serious buyer. However, many people...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 8, 2023 | Home Buyer Tips
One of the stresses of moving to a new area is giving up the familiarity that you have with your old neighbors and starting from scratch. Whether you’ve just moved to a different locale or you’re planning to relocate in the near future, there are some easy...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 7, 2023 | Mortgage
When buying a home, there are certain steps a buyer should go through before the home sale is official. First the buyer makes the offer, then the offer is accepted. Next the buyer schedules the inspection and home appraisal. Finally, everyone is ready for closing....
by lizlaurenb | Jun 6, 2023 | Mortgage
It is not uncommon for renters to pay more in rent than their landlord’s mortgage payment. This is because landlords are typically looking to make a profit on their rental properties, and they will often set their rent prices based on market rates rather than...
by lizlaurenb | Jun 2, 2023 | Financial Reports
March readings for the S&P Case-Shiller National Home Price Index showed that month-to-month home prices rose by 0.40 percent in March. The 20-City Home Price Index, which is considered a benchmark indicator by U.S. real estate professionals, rose by 0.50 percent...
