Posts Tagged ‘first time home buyers’

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

Home prices are rising. Rents are rising. Housing simply costs more these days, no matter how you pay. So what’s best for you? Let’s consider some pros and cons.

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Warm weather, school schedules, and a sunny sense of optimism are just a few factors that send homebuyers out in summer. Here are a few tips for navigating this busy

Choosing the right lender is no small decision; this is a relationship that could last decades. Making it important that you partner with a reputable lender like The Decker Group.

New home projects in the Greater Dallas area haven’t been without some challenges this year from supply chain disruptions, increased material prices, and labor shortages. And if you’re in the