Getting Started
Pros and Cons of Down Payment Assistance: Is It Right for You?
Pros and Cons of Down Payment Assistance: Is It Right for You?
You've done the calculations. Your budget can easily handle a monthly mortgage payment. No problem, including taxes and insurance. But the down payment on your mortgage? That issue is different and needs careful saving, maybe for many years. DPA, or down payment help, can assist with that. It could have challenges of its own. Let's talk about the p...
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Mortgage Refinance
3 Things Homeowners Wish They'd Known About Refinancing
When focusing on lowering their monthly payment, some refi customers lose sight of these other effects of a mortgage refinance.
Getting Started
What You Should Know About Making Rental Income With Your Home
Making money off extra living space in your home is definitely worth considering, but don't go in blind.
Home Improvement
A Comprehensive Guide to Determining the Cost to Frame a House
Whether you're building a new home or adding on, construction starts with framing.
Getting Started
Everything You Need to Know About ARV (After-Repair Value)
We'll explain what ARV is and whether utilizing this option is right for you.
Buying a Home
Down Payments Demystified
Every hopeful homebuyer wants to know how much they should save for a down payment.
Home Buying
Real Estate Terminology: What Does Contingent Mean?
Let's help you understand the term contingent and provide a detailed analysis of its significance, implications, and how it can impact the buying and selling process.
Home Buying
Deed Restricted Community | All You Need To Know as a First-Time Home Buyer
Are you new to the concept of a deed-restricted community? We'd like to explain what they are, their benefits, potential limitations, and everything you need to know before considering living in one.
Cash-Out Refinance
FHA Cash-Out Plan: How It Works
A cash-out refinance from the FHA is available to more homeowners than you might think.
Buying a Home
Buying a Foreclosed Home: Important Considerations and Tips
The risks are greater but so is the investment potential. What to know before you buy a foreclosed home.
Buying a Home
What Is a Special Warranty Deed?
In real estate transactions, a special (limited) warranty deed provides a medium level of protection to the buyer.
Buying a Home
Insight Into Seller Concessions
Offering concessions can be a powerful tool for sellers by making their home more attractive to buyers.
Fundamentals
What Is a Real Estate Broker? Definition, Types, and Duties
Real estate brokers have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry, which they use to guide you through every step.
Fundamentals
FHA Construction Loan Requirements
Are you looking to have a house built? Today we’ll discuss the critical requirements for the FHA construction loan.
Buying a Home
What Is a Buyer's Agent and What Do They Do?
You might want to rely on the experience and expertise of a buyer's agent when shopping for property.
Solar Incentives
Your Guide to $0 Down Solar Panel Installations and “Free” Solar Panels
Learn more about $0 down solar panels and the myth behind “free” solar panels.
Solar Basics
Don't Fall for These 5 Solar Scams
What to watch for when you upgrade your home to affordable solar energy.
Green Living
6 Things You Can Stop Paying for Without Giving Anything Up
Money-saving tips that just happen to be clean and green too.
Home Improvement
Lights, Camera, Traction: Latest in Solar-Powered Security
Innovative security tools draw power from the sun for cordless, hassle-free protection around your home.
Solar Basics
What to Expect for Installation
Every year, solar panel installation gets simpler and faster, but it still requires the expertise of an electrician who has solar installation training.
