You’ve found your dream home and negotiated a good price. But, hold on, that’s not what you’ll pay. There’s an additional set of expenses: closing costs. Let’s look at what
Our Most Commonly Discussed Housing Market Myths
For many, the moment you decide to buy a home is when the myths start flying. From online misinformation to ill-informed friends, there seems to be bad advice everywhere. So,
Jumbo Mortgage Loans Explained
People are taking advantage of today’s attractive interest rates to purchase upscale homes, often using one financing tool: the Jumbo loan. Let’s look at this mortgage option and when it
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,
The Benefits of Building Your Dream Home
A custom home: it’s a dream for many. But most people don’t put that dream into action. They think it’s too complicated, too expensive, too far out of their reach.
FHA Loans for First-Time Homebuyers
Are you ready to buy your first home? You’re in good company. Last year, nearly a third of homebuyers in America were first-time buyers. Overall, about one in seven homebuyers
Frisco, McKinney, and North Texas Mortgage Lender: The Decker Group
Why do so many Texans look to the Decker Group for their mortgage financing needs? Kelly Decker and his dedicated team of professionals. Together, they offer some of the state’s
Your DFW Home Construction Guide
Have you thought about building your own home? It’s not just something other people do. You can construct your dream home from the ground up with a little know-how and
Beat the Rush: How to Prepare for Spring Home Buying
The weather’s just right, your tax refund is in hand, and there are many more homes on the market compared to a few months ago. Spring may be the best