
While you may have seen recent stories about the volume of foreclosures today, context is important. During the pandemic, many homeowners were able to pause their mortgage payments using the forbearance program. The goal was to help home...
Since the number of homes for sale is low today, it can feel challenging to find one that checks all your boxes. But if you know which features are absolutely essential in your next home and which ones are just nice bonuses, you can land...
If you’re thinking of selling your house&...
What Factors Affect Mortgage Approval?
Before you look at homes, its always a good idea to get pre-approved for a mortgage. This way you know how much you can afford and what your mortgage payment will be. Before you get pre-appro...
Conventional Loan Limits have significantly increased to 647,200! The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) today announced the conforming loan limits (CLLs) for mortgages to be acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises) in...
What goes up must come down, right? At least that’s what everyone is saying about the real estate industry. It can’t possibly stay this hot forever, or can it?
If history repeats itself (and it usually does), t...
Most people need financing to buy a home. Even with a large down payment, you’ll need a loan to make up the rest. Fortunately, in 2021, you have many options. Mortgage guidelines have loosened up in recent years making it easier fo...