Yes, interest rates are higher than they’ve been in years.  But should higher rates prevent you from moving forward with buying a home?    Maybe, maybe not.   As I always say, the best time to buy a home, whether you’re buying your first home or your 10th home, is when it makes financial sense for YOU — regardless […]

Buying a home takes a lot of preparation and planning. It’s important 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. That way when […]

I get this question from both new clients who are about to buy their first home as well as clients that have owned their home for a while, “How long should I plan to hold on to my home before I sell?” Whether you want to make a quick profit or you face an impending move […]

As a homeowner, it’s fun to enjoy all the great things about your home—place to relax, entertain, or spend quality time with family.  But what about when something goes wrong?   Do you know what needs to be done in case of an emergency or other urgent situation in your home?  Here are 5 musts that […]

Should’ve, would’ve, could’ve. Don’t make that your mantra when it comes to your home’s maintenance! Preventative maintenance is worth your time and money NOW to avoid costly home disasters later. You don’t want to be the one saying, “I should’ve caulked those windows for a few bucks a tube,” when faced with a $2,000 repair bill […]

Being a homeowner can be exciting and fun at times, with lots of freedom to make it your own space!  As a homeowner, though, you’re the one in charge of any repairs, maintenance, finances, and improvements over the long haul.  Whether you’re a first time homeowner or you’ve owned many, it’s important to stay informed about […]

When it comes to getting a mortgage, it’s easy to focus on the interest rate.  But, if you only focus on the interest rate, you might be missing some “hidden” fees that makes getting that interest rate more expensive.  That sounds counterproductive but it isn’t. Several factors will help create the best mortgage and interest rate […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 6 Follow this series to learn how to get the best 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. This week, you’ll learn about another loan option – adjustable-rate mortgages […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 5 Follow this series to learn how to get the best 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. This week you’ll learn why the interest rate you see advertised […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series  –  Week 4 Follow this series to learn how to get the best 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. This week you’ll learn why your credit score is one of the […]