6 Mistakes Buyers Make at Open Houses
January 18, 2018If you’re serious about buying, you should use an open house to your advantage to see if a particular property has what it takes to warrant another showing and perhaps a bonafide offer. To make the most of an open house as a buyer, make sure to avoid making any one of the following blunders.
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INFOGRAPHIC: Top 12 Questions Home Buyers Ask Their Real Estate Agents
January 18, 2018Buying a home – especially for the first time – can be an overwhelming experience. It’s not surprising that buyers tend to have a plethora of questions to ask their agents before they take the plunge. Here are some of the most common queries you’ll ever hear a buyer ask their agent.
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What’s the Difference Between a Construction Loan and Traditional Mortgage?
January 15, 2018If you’re buying a home, odds are you’ll need to take out a mortgage to finance such a large purchase. But if you’re planning to build your own home from scratch, the type of financing you get to cover the cost of construction will differ.
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7 Reasons Your Credit Score Dropped
January 15, 2018Your credit score is a critical component of your financial health, so you want to make sure it’s as high as it can be. If it’s in bad shape, you’ll find it difficult to get approved for a mortgage, auto loan, and other loans on credit.
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6 Ways to Recycle Your Christmas Tree
January 15, 2018A real Christmas tree can be a significant fire hazard if it’s left indoors to dry out for too long. When the holidays are over and the time has come to take the tree down, there are many ways that you can recycle that Christmas tree that has added some festive cheer to your interior throughout the holidays. Here are a few ideas to help give you some inspiration.
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When Should Buyers Offer Full Asking Price on a Listing?
January 11, 2018It’s common practice for homebuyers to offer a price on a home that’s under the listing price in hopes of negotiating a number that both parties can agree on. By leaving a gap between the listing and offer prices, you’ve got some wiggle room to allow for a little back-and-forth bantering. But when is it customary to offer the full listing price on a home?
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Should You Buy a Home Before or After You Get Married?
January 11, 2018While marriage rates may have been on the decline in recent years, homeownership continues to be a goal for many Americans, regardless of marital status. But those who do have plans to marry have the choice between buying a home together before marriage or after.
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INFOGRAPHIC: Housing Outlook For 2018
January 11, 2018Experts in the real estate field anticipate a healthy year ahead for the housing market. Demand is expected to be strong, new home builders are more optimistic, and a slight alleviation in the inventory shortage is anticipated. Here are some predictions for the US housing market as we head into 2018.
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Homebuyers: How to Tell if You’re Getting a Good Deal
January 8, 2018How can you identify whether or not you’re really getting a good deal on a home, especially if you’re in the middle of a volatile market and prices are changing from one week to the next? Here are some ways to tell.
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Self-Employed? Here’s How to Boost the Odds of Mortgage Approval
January 8, 2018You don’t have to toss out your dreams of buying a home and getting a mortgage just because you work for yourself. If you are confident that you can handle a mortgage, there are several things you can do to increase the chances of getting approved for a home loan.
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