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
What You Need to Know About Cash-Out Refinances in Texas
Do you have equity in your home? If so, you can use this equity to get cash in hand with cash-out refinancing. Here’s how it works.
Cash-Out Refinance 101
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Spotlight on Home Refinancing
Even if you bought your home in the last few years, refinancing might make financial sense, if the numbers add up in your favor. Let’s look at the top factors
What types of buyers and agents should you consider when selling your home?
If you plan to sell your home in the greater DFW area, there are quite a few factors to consider. Here are some things to keep in mind before you
Spotlight on Home Purchase Programs
If you’re in the market for a new home, financing options are likely top of mind. But which should you choose? Let’s look at our most popular loan programs to
What is a Mortgage Buydown? Is it Right for You?
Most people who finance a home want manageable mortgage payments, especially during the first few years. And that manageability often relies on obtaining an attractive interest rate. One unique financial
The Springtime Housing Market: Warmer Temps Can Indicate Higher Activity
Springtime: the songs of birds float through the air, mixed with the sweet scent of blossoming nature all around. Lawns get greener and topped with “for sale” signs all across
5 Home-Buying Tips for the First-Time Buyer
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
Bundle Your New Home Purchase and Renovation Costs in One Loan
One loan with two purposes. That’s the idea behind Fannie Mae’s HomeStyle® program, a truly unique Texas home renovation loan. Let’s delve into this popular fixed-rate mortgage product that allows
Tips for Boosting Your Credit When Preparing to Finance a Property
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