The Other Reason You Should Shop Around for Your Mortgage
I know, I know, mortgage shopping is the worst. It’s not a fun thing to do. It’s not like shopping for a new car or… Read More »The Other Reason You Should Shop Around for Your Mortgage
Home Buying
Helpful, actionable tips for prospective home buyers navigating today’s complex and competitive housing market.
Better understand current buying conditions, financing trends, and discover the newest loan programs and special offers available.
It’s not easy buying a home, especially in today’s market, but knowing your local housing market’s temperature, along with the mortgage basics, should make thing a little easier.
If you’re unsure whether to rent or buy a home, read that in-depth article.
There’s a lot that goes into homeownership. And you might have overlooked some costs, whether it’s property taxes, homeowners insurance, or maintenance and unexpected repairs.
It’s a big decision, so put in the time and research before you dive in!
Home Purchase Lending Expected to Be Lackluster in 2025 Despite Lower Rates
While lower mortgage rates have reinvigorated hope for the stalling housing market, 2025 might not wind up much better than 2024. Sure, lower interest rates… Read More »Home Purchase Lending Expected to Be Lackluster in 2025 Despite Lower Rates
Mesa Wants to Reward You for Every Dollar You Spend on Your Home
There is apparently a “home cost crisis,” and a new fintech company called Mesa is looking to solve that. It’s no secret that home prices… Read More »Mesa Wants to Reward You for Every Dollar You Spend on Your Home
Surge in FHA Loans with Piggyback Second Mortgages Could Spell Future Problems
A recent report from CoreLogic revealed that “piggybacked purchase loans” for FHA borrowers reach a new high in June of this year. While piggybacked home… Read More »Surge in FHA Loans with Piggyback Second Mortgages Could Spell Future Problems
More Consumers Think Mortgage Rates Will Go Down and That Home Prices Are Going to Fall
The latest monthly national housing survey from Fannie Mae revealed an interesting contradiction. Last month, a new survey-high 39% of respondents said they expect mortgage… Read More »More Consumers Think Mortgage Rates Will Go Down and That Home Prices Are Going to Fall
It’s Not a Mortgage Rate Story Anymore
The other day I noticed that mortgage rates were being advertised at some really low levels. Many quotes in the mortgage rate table on my… Read More »It’s Not a Mortgage Rate Story Anymore
The Hidden Problem with FHA Loans
If you’re thinking about purchasing a property, you’ve likely sifted through available home loan options to determine what’s best. There are lots of loan types… Read More »The Hidden Problem with FHA Loans
Home Buyers Were Urged to Beat the Rush, But Are Now Being Told They Might Want to Wait
They say not to time the market. It’s a chump’s game. If anyone had any real success at it, they’d be rich. This type of… Read More »Home Buyers Were Urged to Beat the Rush, But Are Now Being Told They Might Want to Wait
New Flat-Fee AI-Powered Real Estate Buyer Agent Service Called Landian Launches
What’s better than taking on the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and winning? Well, launching your own flat-fee, AI-powered real estate service just months after… Read More »New Flat-Fee AI-Powered Real Estate Buyer Agent Service Called Landian Launches
I am Debt-Averse, But Don’t Mind Having a Mortgage
I went for a walk today and starting thinking about mortgage debt. I know, pretty lame. But that’s what apparently goes through my head when… Read More »I am Debt-Averse, But Don’t Mind Having a Mortgage