Building Your Credit
If you are getting ready to buy a house in the next few years, taking time to build your credit is a great way to get the best rates and keep your costs down. Here are a few steps that…
What is a Buyer’s Market and Are We in One?
People looking to buy a home have been seeing prices increase and supply dwindle to almost nothing in some areas. But real estate agents and their clients are beginning to see things turnaround in some parts. What Is A Buyer’s…
Budgeting for Homeownership in a Crazy Market
There’s no denying that today’s housing market is expensive. With prices increasing dramatically in the past few years, many potential homebuyers are left wondering if they’ll ever be able to afford to purchase a home. Here are some ways that…
What is the National Association of Realtors?
If you have ever bought or sold a home, chances are you worked with a real estate agent. These professionals take a licensing exam and provide knowledge about the home buying and selling process. From taking you to see potential…
First Time Home Buyer – Ins and Outs of Homeowners Insurance
When you own a home, you purchase homeowners insurance to cover any damage if something unexpected happens to your home. This can include damage from something outside like a storm, or an internal issues from a burst pipe. The type…
How to Find Housing in a Competitive Market
The housing market right now is hot, at least for sellers and landlords. It is extremely competitive for buyers and renters looking for a new home. If you are struggling to find housing in today’s market, here are a few…
First Time Home Buyer – When to Refinance Your Home
Being a first-time home buyer can be a confusing process, even after you’ve closed on your new house and have been living there for a little while. You’ve probably heard the term ‘refinance’ thrown around in the real estate and…
First Time Home Buyer – What to Do When You Are Outbid on a Home
There is a big demand for homes right now which has resulted in many people getting into bidding wars to secure the home of their dreams. When you have more buyers than homes, things can get pretty intense. If…
Why Do Some Buyers Offer above Asking Price?
With the housing market so hot over the past few years, many buyers are offering above the seller’s asking price. Why would they do that? What can a buyer gain by offering above asking price for a home? Lots of…
How to Become a Loan Officer
If you want to get more involved in a real estate career, you may have considered becoming a loan officer. For those who like to work with buyers to get into the perfect home, becoming a loan officer is a…
