You’ve heard the phrase, but why is home equity something that you should desire? Simply put, home equity is the amount of money you receive when you sell your home at market value after repaying your mortgage. It’s one of the best [...]
We recognize the special place that our pets have in our lives, so it’s important to consider their needs when searching for your forever home. We’ve outlined the top five criteria to consider when house hunting: 1. Does the home [...]
Before the Coronavirus pandemic hit domestically, rates were at historical lows. Homeowners were refinancing to lower their monthly mortgage payment, and home buyers had a greater buying power. Then the Coronavirus hit, and life as we knew it changed. While [...]
If you’re looking for a rewarding relationship there’s none other than homeownership! Your home will test you, force you to learn things you never thought you’d know (i.e. how your HVAC system works), and will be the space where you’ll [...]
Tax season is upon us! Although you can’t “stick it to the man” when it comes to taxes, your refund can provide an opportunity for you to say, “see ya’ later” to your landlord. If you’re planning on house shopping [...]
Ready to purchase a home, but realizing there are only outdated houses on the market? The truth of the matter is: this dilemma is happening throughout the country. The housing inventory is low, which is causing home buyers to compete for [...]
You’ve paid your down payment, signed your name a zillion times and are now a homeowner. Congratulations! You have officially purchased what is likely your largest financial investment. Now what? After celebrating your accomplishment, take note of these seven post-closing [...]
Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make. We want to take the guesswork out of this BIG decision by outlining the home buying process. Keep in mind that the process may differ from [...]
Are you up for a challenge? 2020 is only a couple weeks away, and we’re bringing back the 52-Week Money Challenge! The idea is simple: start by saving $1 the first week of the year and then gradually increase your [...]
Purchasing a home is by far one of the largest investments you’ll make in your life and saving for the down payment can be one of the most challenging aspects of the home buying process. But you shouldn’t give up hope!There [...]
