We are now in the familiar lull between Thanksgiving and Christmas where we have the time to charge our social batteries and prepare for the upcoming holidays. Whether you are trying to wrap up projects before the New Year, or you are scrambling to buy gifts, it is a busy time. With that in mind,… Read more »
When you are looking at the mortgages available to you, you could easily feel overwhelmed by the number of choices. There are seemingly endless kinds — each meeting different financial needs and having different eligibility requirements. With that in mind, there are several more common ones that you will be able to choose from, narrowing… Read more »
Homeownership is something most Americans strive for; we all want a piece of property that we can call our own. However, looking at the cost of homes can be a daunting exercise. With six-figure pricetags, purchasing a house is a major investment. Luckily, with mortgages and monthly payments, buying a house is not just for… Read more »
Having homeowners insurance is an essential (and mandatory) part of owning a home. It not only covers your home and belongings in case of damage or theft but it is also required by mortgage companies before they give you a loan. Because of this, you should factor its cost in when determining what your overall… Read more »
Welcome back to another community blog post! Even though Thanksgiving hasn’t even arrived yet, some family-friendly holiday events are starting to pop up all around the DFW Metroplex. We will certainly write about more of them as we move into December, but we figured we’d kick things off with a couple this week. In addition… Read more »
When you are looking at purchasing a home, the price likely seems astronomical; after all, very few people have hundreds of thousands of dollars available to put towards a home. Because of this, most individuals need a mortgage — which is paid each month until they attain full equity in their home. In today’s blog,… Read more »
Owning an investment property is a great way to generate passive income. Not only is it safe compared to a fluctuating stock market, but it also allows you to receive either monthly money from rent or from a large sum when you flip a property. While this has many perks, it can be difficult to… Read more »
It is almost the weekend, which means it is time for another installment of our weekly community blog. In the next few days, there are myriad events that you and the whole family will love. From quiet artistic outings to adrenaline-pumping extravaganzas, you’ll certainly want to venture out of the house this weekend. In today’s… Read more »
We’ve previously talked about refinancing your mortgage in previous blogs. It is often a great tool to either adjust the duration of your loan or to take advantage of lower interest rates. Now, we’ll talk about another option that will leave you with quite a bit of extra money to spend as you please. In… Read more »
Having an appraisal conducted is a key component of buying, selling, and refinancing a home. This process lets you and lending companies know the value of a house, which helps you secure a sufficient mortgage. In today’s blog, Family Home Loan Texas discusses the basics of appraisals and how they factor into homeownership.
