Frequently Asked Questions About Rate Locks
If you’ve already begun researching what it means to buy or sell a home, you’re probably well-aware that in the world of real estate, numbers can change every day. You might also know what a rate lock is. Rate locks can be great tools to protect your budget as you go through the origination process […]
6 Tips For Figuring Out Where You Should Live
Where you live influences every aspect of your daily life. When most first-time homebuyers start looking at homes, it’s easy to focus too much on the home itself, while forgetting the cardinal rule of real estate: location location location! Here are six tips for homebuyers to make sure they love every aspect of their new […]
9 Tips for Finding a Home
Time to read: 3 ½ minutes Few things match the excitement that comes with deciding to buy a home. If you’re like most homebuyers, the first thing you do is start looking at what’s available in your area. You may quickly discover that there are a lot of homes on the market (141.95 million in […]
What Homebuyers Need To Know About Homeowners Insurance
Homeowners insurance is an important protection for you and your new home, and is required by most lenders when buying a house. We’ve listed some information about the different types of insurance to help you during the homebuying process. Read policies carefully so that you understand the standard exclusions and exceptions. Key Takeaways Remember […]
Understanding Closing Costs For Your New Home
Your offer has been accepted, your loan has been approved, and a date has been set to close on your new home. It’s an exciting time for sure, but there are a few things you’ll want to know before you sign your closing documents. Key Takeaways Closing costs are typically split between the buyer […]
Things to Know Before Purchasing a For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Home
A “for sale by owner” or FSBO listing is one where the seller decides to not sell their home through a real estate agent. This decision is usually made in an effort to save money, as the seller doesn’t have to pay commission fees to a real estate agent. In an effort to save even […]