For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure about the home buying process and what they can afford. It found:

• “1 in 4 underestimated their buying potential by $150k …

In a typical market, having an expert adviser lead you through the process of purchasing or selling a home is beneficial. That person can help you with crucial matters such as effectively pricing your house or the initial actions to take when you're ready to buy. The current market, …

One of the biggest hurdles in buying a home is coming up with a down payment—the large chunk of cash that’s typically required to secure a mortgage for a house.

Fortunately, most lenders today offer a wide range of down payment options for 5%, 10%, 15%, or …

Buying a condominium is quite different from buying a single-family home. Apart from sharing walls and perhaps lowering maintenance expenses, acquiring a condominium (or condo) differs greatly from financing a traditional single-family home. In truth, the wide range of logistics, financing possibilities, and extra fees may astound you. If …

Mortgage sounds like a lot of processes, and a ton of paperwork. But mortgages don’t have to be scary. It's just the same as other business transactions. 

To avoid mortgage mistakes, here are some of the things you can do:

1. Communicate with All Parties

This …

When you're buying a house, your offer marks the beginning of a back-and-forth between you and the seller, typically with a real estate professional advising you both.

The more intentional you are about your offer, the better your chances of making a successful bid. Here are the …

This summer is going to be difficult for homebuyers. The property market has been on fire for over a year, and house buying obstacles persist even as the coronavirus outbreak fades.

If you're looking to buy a house this summer, these strategies will help you get a better …

You don't believe you're ready to buy a house yet? That you're emotionally ready but not financially. Or you're not confident because of the home-buying myths?

Let's debunk the following myth below. 

Myth 1: I Have to Put Down 20%

Saving 20% of the price of …

What Is a Home Inspection?

A house inspection examines and reports on the condition of a real estate property, which is commonly done while it is for sale.

A skilled home inspector examines the property's heating and cooling systems, plumbing, electrical work, water, and sewage systems, …

To make an informed decision when it comes to your homebuying team, you’ll want to intimately understand which piece of the puzzle is held by each party. While you may be familiar with the role a real estate agent plays, the job of a loan originator may be …