More than 77 percent of people own a smartphone.¹ The average person checks their smartphone 46 times a day, with people under the age of 24 checking it an average of 74 times a day.¹ We check it while we’re waiting in line and …

Another month, another rent payment that’s helping your landlord pay off the house or apartment where you’re living. Another month, another rent day spent pondering just how much equity you could have paid down on your own house by now. So, why not you? Why not now? Sure, buying …

Check it out! The new HomeNow Down Payment Gift Program provides 3.5% or 5% of the total mortgage as a gift toward down payment and closing costs.

The gift does not require repayment, and no second lien or deed restriction will be placed on property title. HomeNow is not …

When:  Nov 14th & 15th

What time:  5-9pm

Where:  Journey Church/The Commons, 1794 Baxter Lane

Instructor:  Page Huyette

Register: email Sarah De Jong at hbe@thehrdc.org

Are you ready to buy a home? How do lenders decide to make loans?

Join me for …

Just like other fields, real estate has its own jargon. People in the industry throw around abbreviations and nicknames all the time:

FIZZBO (for sale by owner)

Transaction (when a home is under contract)

FHA or RD (Government backed loan programs)

Seller carry (when the …

How strong is your credit? Cleaning up your credit is essential before you make any major financial moves. Having a bad score can hurt your chances of being able to open a credit card, apply for a loan, purchase a car, or rent an apartment. Don't fall in love with …

No matter if you’re in a buyer’s or seller’s market, there are a few critical steps you can take to make a smarter purchase. Since buying a home is likely the biggest single investment you will ever make, being prepared will help you make a better purchase. Here are my …