Posts Tagged ‘first time home buyers’

As we kick off a new year, it’s helpful to take a look at where we’re at and at where we’re headed with respect to the housing market. Experts predict

Thinking of giving yourself the gift of a new home this holiday season? Let’s look at why that might be a merry good idea.

Less Competition is Coming to Town

With fewer

It’s a question many potential homeowners face, and one we can help you answer here.

Long-Haulers Favor Fixed-Rate

If you intend to stay in a home for a long time – say

The cost of buying a home is often considerable, and can feel daunting to potential homebuyers. But there are simple ways to lower that cost.

Buy a Home That’s Ripe for

If you feel like you’re ready to purchase your first home, you may be tempted to load up your phone with real estate apps and start scrolling. But hold that

With a conventional mortgage, lenders usually want to see a credit score of at least 620. But that’s the floor and the higher the score, the better. Let’s look at

Knowing the best time to buy a home may not be simple – few big moves in life are – but you can get a good idea of the right

If you’re putting down less than 20% on a home, depending on your loan program you may need mortgage insurance; a policy that protects the lender in the event you

While the red-hot Dallas-Fort Worth housing market is showing signs of cooling, prospective homebuyers in the DFW area still face significant competition this summer, as supply remains low. The area’s

Buy or build? That is the question many folks have when considering the possibilities for their new dream homes. So what factors should you consider when weighing this decision? Let’s