If you’ve been thinking about buying a home and are just not sure of the steps involved or even where to start, then our new weekly series Buying a Home 101: Everything You Didn’t Know You Needed To Know About Buying Your First Home is a MUST read for you. Each week, you’ll get great tips, how to’s, and my little secrets that will help […]

Do you know what you need to look out for when buying a home? If not, here are the top 5 things you need to consider so you can move on to the next listing and not have any regrets. 1) Location and Neighborhood No matter what type of home you buy – condo, single-family […]

Are you a little confused about the difference between a condominium and a cooperative? You’re not alone.  It’s easy to be confused since co-ops and condos do look similar from the outside, even have some of the same amenities, and day-to-day living is pretty comparable. However, they are very different when it comes to purchasing […]

You’re in the market to buy a home and up pops “title insurance” in the buying process. Are you stumped and not sure exactly why you need to get it?   Here’s a Q&A that should clear up any uncertainty.  What is Title Insurance?  Why is this important?  The home you want to purchase may have […]

It’s both exciting and a bit scary to buy your [first or next or…] home. That feeling of nervousness and not knowing what to expect is normal!    That’s why it’s so crucial to have a strategy from start to finish if you want to find the right home for you, especially this year with home […]

Buying a home takes a lot of preparation and planning. It’s critical to get your finances in order and other tasks done before you even start house hunting! Keep in mind that this early stage of the buying process doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time on your part even before we start working together. So […]

Understanding mortgage loans and interest rates can be confusing and frustrating for many homebuyers. It doesn’t help that most advertised rates are a marketing ploy to lure you in! In fact, a lender looks at several factors to determine an interest rate based on YOUR specific financial situation, including your credit score, your down-payment amount, […]

Whether you’re a longtime homeowner or a newbie, don’t forget to monitor your escrow account if your lender required one when you took out your mortgage. You want to avoid any pitfalls since it’s still your money (and your home!). Here’s a rundown of why you should always stay on top of things when it […]

VA loans are a great loan option for those who have served our country. These loans backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, provide an affordable way for many military families to own their own home – and a way to say thank you for your service! Active-duty service members, veterans and surviving spouses […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 2  Follow this series to learn how to get the right mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout this process to make it productive and successful!  It’s all about what you can afford each month before […]