Real Estate
Home Buying, an Oral History – PART I
By Julia Wood and Sean Hladick The laughter, the tears, the feelings of angst, excitement, and sometimes, even defeat – the emotional rollercoaster of a homebuyer’s journey. It starts as simply as a wish for […]
Piggyback Loan: When Two Mortgages Might Be Better Than One
If you have been looking into real estate lending options, chances are you may have stumbled upon an option called a piggyback loan. According to Zillow, the typical home price in the U.S. is around […]
Getting Started: Saving for your First Home
So, you’re saving for your first home – congratulations! As someone currently knee-deep in the process of readying themselves for the journey of buying a home in the next year, I can relate. There is […]
Homebuying for Millennials: Why You Can’t Always Take Advice from Your Parents on This One
If you’re a millennial who has begun to investigate homebuying, you’ve also likely reached out to your parents for advice. Parents are typically great sources for advice on all sorts of topics: from relationships, to how […]
How to Get Prequalified for a Mortgage
Is a new home in your near future? Simplify the application process and save yourself the stress of worrying about your finances by getting prequalified for a mortgage. Not only will the prequalification process let […]
How Does a VA Loan Work?
Are you a current or former military member looking to buy a home? If you are eligible, a VA loan may be the best option for you. A VA loan is a no or low […]
What Is a Home Construction Loan?
Thinking about building a home from scratch? While it might sound like a daunting endeavor, what better way to have your dream home than to make all the decisions about it from day one? Whether […]
How Much Home Can You Afford?
Buying your own home can be counted among life’s most gratifying achievements. After all, you’ve been cataloging renovation and décor ideas from countless hours of HGTV programming – it’s finally time to put them to […]
How to Buy a Home During the Coronavirus Pandemic
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home for a while, but COVID-19 put a wrench in your plans, we totally understand. However, with mortgage interest rates at an all-time low, and home prices also […]
Renting vs. Buying: What Makes Sense for You?
The market is friendly. You have been saving for years. You’re wondering if it’s finally time to stop renting and buy a home. After all, you’ve outgrown the apartment life and your dog would love […]