Posts Tagged ‘real estate’

Smaller and more affordable. That’s what many homebuyers want in a starter home, which can be a challenge to find in and around major metropolitan areas. Here are some top

First-time homebuyers often want starter homes. Let’s look at what defines a starter home, who buys them, and the state of the new starter-home market.

The Size of Starter Homes

“Starter homes”

A borrower’s credit score often plays a significant role in determining loan type, amount, and terms. Here’s what you need to know.

Minimum Credit Scores

How low can a credit score go

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

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

Both buying and selling a home call for the same key factor: a great agent. Let’s look at skills to consider when choosing your real estate agent.

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Not necessarily. While all debts factor into home financing, student loans aren’t automatic deal breakers.

Have a student loan? You’ve got company.

About 43 million Americans have school-related debt. That’s around 13%

There’s no law that says you need to. Realistically, you could enter an open house and buy the place on the spot. However, you may miss out on the benefits

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

If you’re considering a move to the DFW area, there are a few things to keep in mind.

No Personal Income Tax

Texas is one of a handful of states in the