The appraisal.  

Everyone waits for it to arrive on the lender's desk.  As days tick by, a slight sense of dread covers the land.  It's hard to put a finger on why, because there is so much mystery and uncertainty around the appraisal process.  ...

Today we honor the veterans that have sacrificed for this country. To help honor these sacrifices, special programs were put in place to aid vets in getting and keeping a home. Unfortunately, not all veterans know these programs exist. Even for those who do, it can be confusing to determine ...

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, shopping for a new home can feel daunting. In fact, 56% of buyers said that “finding the right property” was the most difficult step in the home buying process.1

Buying a home is a significant commitment of both ...

Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy and have applied for a mortgage! You’re undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any big-time life changes, consult your loan officer – someone who will be ...

With the current uncertainty about the economy triggered by a potential trade war, some people are telling themselves to wait to purchase their first home or move-up to their dream house because they think or hope home prices will drop over the next few years. However, the experts disagree with ...

Have you ever found yourself flipping through channels, only to find yourself suddenly glued to the couch in the middle of an HGTV binge session? Watching entire seasons of shows like “Property Brothers,” “Fixer Upper,” and “Love It or List It,” all in one sitting.  Time ...

Back in November, which means before the extreme cold snap and mountains of snow descended on us, I wrote a post explaining what was going on in the market.  There was a strange doomsday rumor circulating, that everything was going to crash, and there would be deals galore.   ...

Picture this:  You are sitting in a hallway, waiting for a stranger in a suit to size you up and decide if you’re worthy as a potential homeowner.  Your palms sweat and your breath gets a little quicker. You’re one step closer to owning your own home, but ...

You have probably been noticing more price reductions, and more properties coming on market lately.  Many people have been waiting for a change, a shift from the crazy lack of inventory and bidding wars that we witnessed earlier in the year.

Some of you (hello buyers!) are hoping for ...