The Rent to Own Option
Monday, May 18
If you would like to purchase a house, but do not meet traditional lending guidelines; the rent to own option may be the alternative that helps make your dream of homeownership come true. In many ways rent to own is a more flexible financing option, mainly because the current owner of the propert...
How to Hold a Safe and Successful Open House
Saturday, May 09
Holding an open house is a marketing tool that real estate agents use to reach more potential buyers. Some buyers (especially early in the home buying process) have not chosen a real estate agent and often start their home search by visiting open houses and looking at homes on real estate website...
Why Is Mother's Day So Special?
Wednesday, May 06
Mother's Day is a national holiday celebrating the loving bond between a mother and her child. Being a mother or a father is one of the toughest yet most rewarding jobs you could ever have. At the moment of conception, many mothers' nurturing instincts take over. They start eating better, schedul...
Pros and Cons of a Reverse Mortgage
Tuesday, May 05
A reverse mortgage is a loan that you can apply against the equity in your home. It enables a qualified older homeowner to withdrawal part of equity in their home. The equity can be withdrawn and paid to the homeowner in a lump sum or in monthly payments to help supplement their income. The Housi...
What to Do Before You Move Into Your New House
Friday, May 01
Closing on your first home is exciting and often a nerve-racking experience. After months of looking for the right house, finding your way through the mortgage process, and then finally signing your closing papers at the title company is cause for celebration. At this point, you are likely waitin...
Common Mortgage Closing Delays
Thursday, April 16
When purchasing a home, it is crucial to provide thorough information and documentation to your mortgage lender in order to receive a timely and final approval. There are many reasons that may lead to delays after applying for mortgage. Just consider, the number of different parties involved in t...