Winter Home Buying Tips

Winter Home Buying Tips

Shopping for a home in the spring, buyers are lured by the curb appeal of beautiful blooming landscapes and the promising warm temperatures. It’s generally perceived as the best time of year to buy a home. But don’t underestimate the advantages of buying in the...
New Fannie/Freddie Mortgage Refinance Program Helps Borrowers Save Big

New Fannie/Freddie Mortgage Refinance Program Helps Borrowers Save Big

Low mortgage rates make refinancing very enticing for homeowners, providing big savings over time. But for many homeowners, the upfront costs aren’t feasible. Luckily, there is a new federally-backed option that gives more borrowers the opportunity to refinance,...
Buying Your First Investment Property

Buying Your First Investment Property

You’ve done your homework. You’ve calculated operating costs, evaluated margins, factored in unexpected costs, and considered return on the dollar. You’ve weighed all the risks and rewards and decided that investing in real estate is a great way to diversify your...
How do I know if I qualify for a Non-QM loan?

How do I know if I qualify for a Non-QM loan?

Conventional loans may not be the best-fit mortgage for everybody; borrowers with unique financial circumstances may have difficulty qualifying based on conventional lending requirements. The good news is non-qualified mortgages, or Non-QM loan products, are designed...
The Top 10 Hottest U.S. Housing Markets in 2021

The Top 10 Hottest U.S. Housing Markets in 2021

The real estate market outlook continues to be favorable for home sellers, with prices steadily rising since 2020. In fact, prices rose by 22.2 percent compared to 2019. And, with low interest rates and low inventory, bidding wars are pushing prices even higher. So,...