Whether you are planning to put down a full 20 percent or pulling together the cash for a 3.5 percent down payment for an FHA loan, your down payment might be the biggest single cash expenditure you ever make. Some scrimp and save for years, while others can ready the cash with less difficulty, but no buyer in the history of home buying has ever said they have too much down payment money. Here's an insider secret: many buyers have a treasure trove of down payment resources at their disposal, hidden in plain sight. Here's a map to this hidden treasure – a handful of frequently-overlooked … Continue reading...

You might have heard that saying about the number of fish there are in the sea – the sea of prospective dates and mates. The same goes for homes on the market. Even when the market heats up as it's doing now, it's not uncommon for a buyer to visit 10, 20 or even more homes before finding the property they want to make their home. These numbers can be daunting, but even the most particular buyers, even buyers who are frustrated by how many homes don't seem like the right fit, can take heart in this one truth of dating that also applies to house hunting: You only need to find ONE. So the next … Continue reading...

When you see all those “for sale” signs pop up in your neighborhood — and then see them change to “under contract” shortly afterward — it’s easy to feel like you’re missing out if you’re not buying a home this summer. So, you run the numbers, spend nights scrolling through listings, and start to imagine your new life in your dream home. There’s just one thing: you may not be ready to buy a home right now. While most real estate agents point to a hot market (and still low-interest rates) as a good reason to start making offers, there are more factors that go into this big life decision. The … Continue reading...

Did you know you can search properties on our website? Click here to check out our full MLS search on our website!  Simply enter the qualities you want most in a home and instantly view homes that match your criteria! … Continue reading...

Did you know the hottest homes on the market often sell within days of being listed? By signing up to receive email alerts you can stay on top of the hottest homes! Click here to create a custom search and set up unlimited Property Alerts!   … Continue reading...

See available homes for sale by Map! Our Advanced Map search can show you properties using several advanced tools. Zoom in on any area to see homes for sale, draw boundaries around a particular area or select a radius around a certain point. … Continue reading...

Finance   How a Loan Forbearance Can Save Your House Finance Knowing you may lose your home because you can’t keep up with the mortgage payments is a terrifying prospect. And if your setbacks are just temporary, it can be even… (Read More)   Smart Financial Planning Must Come Before Homeownership Buy, Finance Whether you’ve got house envy about your best friend’s new place or just want to start building equity instead of renting, the first time you think about becoming a homeowner… (Read More)   7 Types of Loans: Which One Fits Your Needs? Finance Whether … Continue reading...