Construction Loan
Mortgage Refinance Checklist #1: Your Goals
The first step in your refinance journey is deciding what you hope to achieve.
2020: What a year of highs and lows! High anxiety, high unemployment, lower income for many people, but also lower interest rates for borrowers. Homeowners who had been biding their time waiting for interest rates to drop so they could refinance their mortgage couldn't have expected rates to fall as low as they did in 2020. People everywhere seized...
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Buying a Home
A Quick Guide to Securing a Mortgage for a Deed-Restricted House
Purchasing a home is one of the most significant financial decisions many people make during their lives. One option that may present itself when searching for a home is to buy a property in a deed-restricted community. This guide will provide an overview of how to secure a mortgage for a deed-restricted house, covering several essential topics. Stay with us to learn more. Get A Free Mortgage Quote What Is a Deed-Restricted Community? A deed-restricted community is a neighborhood or de
Fundamentals
A Quick Guide to Joint Tenancy With Right of Ownership
As the allure of investing money in something tangible increases, the US has seen a gradual increase in homeownership rates since its dip in2016. In 2022 and 2023, the rate of house ownership reached the highest level since 2011. This includes properties owned individually as well as joint tenancy with right of survivorship. At the end of 2022, the rate of owner-occupied households stood at 65.9%. A majority of property owners have some sort of legacy plan where the spouse will get ownership o
Buying a Home
What Is a Tax Assessment on a House?
Tax assessments on houses are not only complicated but can also be confusing and intimidating. They have an immense effect on not only determining your total amount due every year but also on which services you have access to! In this blog post, we'll dive deeper into the intricacies behind house assessments, such as what affects them and when you should consider contesting yours. Read till the end to master all there is about property taxes - from assessing values to understanding exactly whe
Buying a Home
How to Buy Foreclosed Property
If you’ve been saving to buy a home but don’t yet have adequate funds to buy a property, you should consider buying a foreclosed property. Read on to learn more about this and the best tips on buying a foreclosed property. Get a Quote What is a Foreclosed Property? A foreclosed property is predominantly a real estate property repossessed by the lender/bank because of the property owner’s inability to make mortgage payments. The legal process takes place when the property owner defaults
Solar Basics
NCM Batteries Explained
Learn more about the intricacies of an NCM battery, its maintenance as well as the impact of these batteries on the environment.
Getting Started
What Is An Easement?
Easement in real estate explained.
Getting Started
What Is a Warranty Deed—Top Things You Should Know
Find out what a warranty deed is, learn the benefits, and see if it’s the right real estate move for you.
Major Purchase
Tax Lien Investing Explained
In many states you can buy the right to collect someone's tax debt and charge high interest, but proceed with caution.
Getting Started
How to Find Out Who Owns a Property
Are you trying to find out the ownership details of a particular home or property? We discuss numerous avenues to determine a property's owner.
Home Loan
How Do I Get a USDA Home Loan?
Discover if a USDA home loan is right for you and if you qualify.
Mortgage Refinance
Can You Refinance an FHA Loan?
Despite the unique features of an FHA loan, refinancing one is a lot like a conventional loan.
Energy Saving Tips
Why Is My Gas Bill So High? Top 5 Reasons
Are you wondering why your gas bill is so high? If so, read this article to check out the most common reasons for this problem!
Home Loans
FHA Loans vs. Conventional Loans: Key Differences
We explain the many differences between FHA loans a conventional home loans.
Home Buying
Joint Tenancy With Right of Survivorship: What to Know
Set yourself up for a smoother transfer of a home in trying times by signing on for joint tenancy with right of survivorship.
Buying a Home
What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?
If you’ve ever wondered what contingency means in real estate terms, you’re in the right place. Read on to find out more.
Getting Started
What Is Digital Real Estate?
Find out what digital real estate is and if you should start investing!
Solar Basics
The Solar Panel Installation Process
The benefits of solar panels are well known (saving money!) but how do you get there?
Solar Basics
Pros and Cons of a Solar Panel Lease
Considering investing in a solar panel lease? You need to understand some pros and cons before making the final decision.
Solar Basics
All About Solar Inverters: Which Is Right for Your Home?
The optimal solar energy system for your home will rely on one of three solar inverter types, and we explain the pros and cons.
