We’ve all hear it a million times: “When it comes to real estate the most important consideration is location-location-location!” There is a lot of truth to this belief, which is
Ways to Avoid Paying Private Mortgage Insurance
When a borrower takes out a conventional home loan, private mortgage insurance may be an extra, built-in expense that the borrower has to pay. Private mortgage insurance is typically required when
What to Consider Before Getting a Balloon Mortgage
When it comes to choosing a mortgage, the choices can seem virtually endless. From ARMs to FHAs, 30-year fixed rate programs, to VA and USDA loans, there is definitely a
Common Home Buyer Worries
We all know that buying a home can be a rewarding, but stressful process. It’s likely the biggest financial decision most people will ever make, which understandably puts a lot of
College Majors and Home Affordability – How Does Your Major Rank?
College-bound students who are still undecided on a major may want to consider an eye-opening new report before locking into one. Using stats from the online salary information company PayScale,
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Adds Texas Based Company to its Network
A Waco real estate firm has a lot to smile about these days. The former Edwards and Thomas Real Estate firm has been selected to join the national franchise of
3 Texas Cities Included on Forbes List of “25 Best Places to Retire in 2013”
The Lone Star State has a lot to be proud of these days, and it has nothing to do with the Ewing family or Southfork! Over the last few decades,
Trying to Find a Real Estate Bargain? 3 Items to Consider
Finding a home you love that won’t put you into too much debt can be a challenge. While we all have ideas about what constitutes a “dream home,” depending on
Best Places to Retire in Texas
Although the sunny beaches and warm climate of Florida have made the Sunshine State almost synonymous with the perfect retirement destination, more and more soon-to-be retirees are searching for their
What’s the Difference Between an FHA Loan and a Conventional Mortgage?
If you’re just beginning to tread the waters of home financing, you’re likely feeling a little overwhelmed at all the different options available. How do you determine which one is