While buying a home is an immensely rewarding milestone, the process of getting there can be overwhelming and daunting. From choosing the ideal house to securing a mortgage to everything in between, you will certainly have a lot on your plate. This is by no means a deterrent; rather, it is beneficial to know what… Read more »
If you have a mortgage, you are certainly paying interest on it. This is true for all loans, as it incentivizes lenders to provide you with the funds you need. It also gives them security should the loan default. Long-term interest rates are primarily determined by the demand for U.S. Treasury notes, and they fluctuate… Read more »
When you are in the market for a new home, the listed prices can seem dizzying. After all, not many of us have the cash to pay outright, so we turn to mortgage loans. Though these are incredibly helpful and necessary, even the down payment amounts can seem daunting. Though the payment for a conventional,… Read more »
In our previous blog, we discussed navigating the housing market in DFW. If you have been following real estate news and prices in general, you’ve probably noticed that prices are significantly higher than they have been and that it seems like there are fewer homes on the market than there had been previously. With the… Read more »
We understand that the prospect of buying a house, especially for potential new homeowners, may seem unattainable for many. It is a major undertaking and could very likely be the largest purchase you’ve ever considered making. This often turns people away from the idea, as they assume they simply can’t make it work. While purchasing… 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 »
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 »
Whether you’ve purchased a home before or you’re a new buyer, the process of getting a mortgage can seem intimidating. We are inundated with advertisements and information that can muddy our ideas of what the process actually entails. This can certainly seem like a deterrent to some, but we are here to help show you… Read more »
Being in a position to buy a second home is exciting. Whether you want a cozy cabin in the mountains or a window-filled house on the beach, having another home will open up another chapter in your life. While it will surely be thrilling, there is a lot to know before moving forward. From credit… Read more »
In the last blog post, we talked about FHA Loans, which are great for individuals who have a limited credit history, lower-than-average credit scores, or are first-time home buyers. If you have a higher credit score and are able to pay quite a bit for a home’s down payment, then you might qualify for a… Read more »
