Category: New Home Financing

August 17, 2021

Don’t Be Blindsided by Closing Costs! Here’s What You Need to Know.

First-time home buyers have a lot on their plate – there’s securing a mortgage loan, saving up for a down payment, finding the right realtor, and then the house shopping itself. With everything going on, it’s no surprise that closing costs aren’t often factored in until it’s too late. Don’t let this happen to you. […]

June 1, 2021

How to Get Approved for a Mortgage as a Freelancer

Working for yourself has many benefits: Flexible hours, more freedom on projects, and no dealing with bosses or co-workers. However, some things are a little more complicated when you’re freelancing… and one of those things is buying a house. But don’t worry! With just a little bit of prep work, you can realize your dream […]

October 14, 2020

Types of Home Loans - And Which One is Right for You

If you’re beginning your home buying process, you’re probably thinking a lot about mortgage loans. Purchasing a house is a big financial decision. How you’re going to secure a loan to pay for it is a large part of that. It’s common to wonder which loan is the best – but it’s better to think, […]

February 10, 2020

The U.S. Housing Market is Picking Up Steam as the New Year Unfolds

It seems like 2020 could be a big year for home builders. The U.S. market closed out the last month of 2019 with the highest level of new housing projects since 2006. The surge of home starts was even higher than what economists had predicted – by a decent margin. Economists point to the stable […]

November 14, 2019

With Interest Rates Lower Than Ever, It’s a Good Time to Be A Buyer

If you’re in the market for a new home, even just casually looking, you’re in luck. Right now, interest rates are incredibly low, which means you might be able to afford more home than you think. In fact, rates just a few years ago were double what they are today – which is 3.75% for […]

April 23, 2019

Take Advantage of Low Interest Rates to Get More Home for Less

You’ve probably heard that now’s the time for buyers to get into the market. The main reason for this is interest rates – that is, historically low interest rates. If you’re considering buying a home in the next year, you may want to bump up that timeline. Right now, interest rates are low enough that […]

January 5, 2018

Mortgages 101: It's Not as Scary as You Think

Financing a home can seem intimidating to the first-time homebuyer. If you’ve never applied for a mortgage before, don’t be afraid of the process. When you break it down and understand what is involved, you will be prepared to sail through the process of financing your new home! Check your credit report. First and foremost, […]