If you are like many Americans, you’ve received your tax refund for the year. If you are also like many Americans, you are considering purchasing a new home in the near future. This could be a good year to buy your first or new home. According to Forbes, housing prices are expected to grow at a slower … Continued
With spring already here, everyone is getting restless. As the weather begins to warm up, most people feel an urge to throw open the windows and air out the stuffiness that comes with sealing up homes to keep them warm in the winter. This energetic thrill and desire to spruce up the home during the … Continued
There are two very distinct paths that people take when it comes to property ownership. Some people can’t wait to buy their first home, even if it’s a tiny fixer-upper starter home that needs a lot of TLC. The prospect of being a homeowner is simply exciting and you can always work your way up … Continued
Welcome back to the second half of our two-part blog on how to save up the money you need for your dream home. Last time we talked about carefully collecting and saving your regular working income, something that all adults must master at some point, starting with a separate savings account. With smart shopping practices, … Continued
The winter months are upon us and homeowners already know that a drop in temperature is always accompanied by an increase in energy cost. Most have probably seen the difference in their heating and electricity expenses already as the average homeowner will experience a 35% increase in energy costs during winter months. However, by making … Continued
We’re now living in a time where young people are choosing to delay getting married or forgo it altogether, in favor of pursuing career and travel. Single women are leading the way, pushing aside old-fashioned expectations and blazing their own trail independently. One example of this is the rise in the number of single women buying … Continued
Seeing your home damaged or even destroyed by a natural disaster can be one of the most heartbreaking and overwhelming situations you can face. While we know this can be a difficult time, we offer a few home loan programs, such as the Disaster Victims Mortgage Program, the Home Improvement Loan Program, and the HomeStyle … Continued
If you’re in the market to buy a home, your real estate agent has likely explained that home inventory within the US housing market is down. Reasons for this vary, but include the fact that a larger share of homes have been purchased by investors, which has led to higher prices and fierce competition between … Continued
You have your eye on a potentially perfect home. It’s in a great location with good schools, has the perfect pool in the backyard, and enough space to accommodate your new-found home brewing obsession. The only downside is that it needs a few home repairs and updates to become your dream home. If this … Continued
There are many different home loan options out there and today we’re highlighting the USDA home loan program. It’s been around for a while, but this year it’s gone through a makeover, making it an even more attractive option to those looking to buy a home (and for current USDA mortgage holders, these changes make … Continued