On the road to becoming a homeowner? If so, you may have heard the term pre-approval get tossed around. Let’s break down what it is and why it’s important if you’re looking to buy a home this [...]

When deciding between renting or buying a home, think about these three factors:

1. Buying a home means avoiding rising rents.

When you rent: Your monthly payment generally goes up each time you sign or renew a lease. 

When you buy: With your fixed-rate mortgage, your monthly payment is locked in for the length of your home loan.

 

2. Homeowners own a tangible and valuable [...]

If you’re a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, or a renter with a strong desire to become a homeowner, you may be hoping that waiting until next year could mean better market conditions to purchase a [...]

Once you find the perfect house to call your new home, making an offer can be an intimidating part of the buying process. In such a competitive market, you’ll want to make sure you make all the right moves to ultimately land your dream [...]