Financing

May 7, 2025

What You Can Do When Mortgage Rates Are a Moving Target

Have you seen where mortgage rates have been lately? One day they go down a little. The next day, they go back up again. It can feel confusing and even frustrating if you’re trying to decide whether now’s a good time to buy a home.

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April 4, 2025

Things To Avoid After You Apply for a Mortgage

Applying for a mortgage is a significant step toward homeownership, but the process doesn’t end once you submit your application. Many buyers don’t realize that certain financial moves can jeopardize their loan approval, even after pre-approval. To ensure a smooth closing, here are key things to avoid after you …

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April 1, 2025

What First-Time Homebuyers Need to Know Before House Hunting

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming without the right guidance. With competitive markets and fluctuating interest rates, navigating the home-buying process requires preparation and knowledge. This first-time homebuyer guide will walk you through key steps and considerations to ensure a smooth house-hunting …

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March 29, 2025

Buyers Have More Negotiation Power – Here’s How To Use It

You may have heard there are more homes for sale right now. And while that’ll vary depending on the market, it means that overall, things are starting to lean in a more balanced direction. As that happens, some sellers are a bit more open to compromise. Here’s what that …

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March 28, 2025

Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring

Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you. If you want to put yourself in the best position to buy, there’s one step you can’t afford to skip, and that’s getting …

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March 24, 2025

Your Roadmap to Homeownership

Buying a home is one of the most exciting and significant financial decisions you will make. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking for your next property, having a clear roadmap can help you navigate the process with confidence. From financial preparation to closing day, here’s your step-by-step guide …

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Aug. 21, 2024

How Mortgage Rate Changes Impact Your Homebuying Power

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ve probably got mortgage rates on your mind. That’s because you’ve likely heard that mortgage rates impact how much you can afford in your monthly mortgage payment, and you want to factor that into your planning. Here’s what …

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April 19, 2024

Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now?

You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than it is to buy a home. And while that may be true in some markets if you just look at typical monthly payments, there’s one thing that the numbers aren’t …

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April 12, 2024

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?

When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did too because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate for your next home. But is that still the right strategy for you?

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April 10, 2024

Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans

If you have student loans and want to buy a home, you might have questions about how your debt affects your plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off those loans before you can buy your first home? Or is it possible you could still qualify …

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