About 80% of U.S. mortgage holders have an escrow account. However, these accounts are one of the least understood aspects of home financing. Let’s look at what an escrow account
Looking Ahead to Your Mortgage Payoff? Consider This…
Homeowners can reap significant financial rewards by paying off their mortgages early. Let’s consider the most effective prepayment strategies.
Lump-Sum Prepayments
Unlike monthly payments, one-time lump-sum prepayments go straight toward reducing a
How Mortgage Pre-Approvals Can Be a Game-Changer
If you want to know how much house you can afford. If you want an edge over other home buyers. If you want a head start on your home financing,
How Do I Refinance My Mortgage?
With the talk of interest rates dropping, lots of homeowners are thinking about refinancing. Let’s look at the logistics of refinancing and how it might work for you.
Refinancing 101
When you
Builder Trends: Smaller Homes with Buyer Incentives
We’re witnessing a significant shift in the housing market: homebuyers want smaller homes for lower prices. Builders, in turn, are looking to meet these needs. Let’s look at why and
Is Dallas a Good Location to Buy Investment Properties?
With people moving to Dallas in record numbers, home sales are hot. But should you invest there? Let’s consider the key market factors to help you decide.
One of America’s Hottest
How to Score Your Dream Home This Summer
The summer buying season is still going strong, with more homes on the market and more competition for those homes. Here’s how you can have an edge.
Get Preapproved with a
Understanding Your Down Payment Assistance Options
The down payment is the biggest barrier to home ownership. Or so many believe. A Zillow survey found that about two-thirds of renters in 20 major metropolitan areas think down
Financing for Renovations: Turn Your Forever Home into Your Dream Home
Whether buying a new home or refinancing your current one, you can use Fannie Mae’s HomeStyle® program to cover repairs and improvements. Solar panels. A swimming pool. A new kitchen,
Selling Your Home in the Springtime
Spring and early summer are often the most active times in the housing market. Making it crucial for your home to stand out for an optimal sale. Here are some