Buying a home for the first time can be one of the most intimidating processes we undergo in life, but it doesn’t have to be that way! We’re here to spread as much knowledge as we possibly can to help your purchase or refinance go as smoothly as possible. We researched some of the questions people searched on Google regarding a...
Author - Caitlin Murphy
It’s time home buyers understand the ever-dreaded, over-complicated mortgage terms. When explained correctly, it’s not as scary as a first-time home buyer may think. When submitting a loan application, some home buyers go in blind causing them unnecessary anxiety throughout the mortgage process. By the end of this quick read, you will...
WARNING ⚠️: Only readers with a sense of humor should read on! A good blooper isn’t just for comedy tv! We all have our “oops” moments, even in the mortgage industry. All people who own homes know when going through the approval process for a mortgage, you have to be careful with what you do during that might affect your...
For years in a row, single women have been the second largest group of home buyers next to married couples. Last year, single females made up 18% of surveyed home buyers. Though these statistics do not come as such a surprise any longer, recent data by Zillow made us want to revisit the topic. According to their analysis of US Census Bureau data...
High isn’t just a word to describe the residents of states with legal recreational marijuana use. Some say that legal marijuana caused the housing markets in these states to be blazing hot with high home values. Using Colorado as an example, during the first quarter marijuana was made legal, home values jumped by 3% already. So, let’s...
If you’re still gossiping about the Millennial generation, that’s old news. The public has flooded news, blogs, social media, and surveys with information on Millennials and how to market to them, but are they forgetting something? Generation Z has crept up suddenly as the oldest Gen Zers turn 22. Now, purchasing markets have rushed to...
Alright, alright. We know the giving season is approaching, BUT there’s never any harm in giving a little bit to yours truly. 😋 Don’t worry, we won’t tell. With that being said, it’s time to bust out your home owner wish list, and get ready to shop for the best deals on the best day to shop: Black Friday! Whether in...
The new word on millennials is when they “grow up,” it seems as if they value investing their money just as important as any other generation. Though, they’re being smart with their money in different a way. While the rest of the population invested in the stock market, millennials find more success in real estate. Don’t...
Its about that time of the year, bargain shoppers! Get your holiday wish lists ready for one of the best days for deal busters: BLACK FRIDAY! What some aspiring home buyers don’t know, is that there’s a “Black Friday of real estate” (and when you’d least expect it too!) Those chilly winter months, when most people...
Life happens. When it does, it’s costly and often more than we can afford. In fact, a 2014 report by the Federal Reserve, revealed 47% of Americans would not have the funds on hand to pay for an unexpected, $400 financial hardship. For those Americans who drive the same beat-up car, avoid medical or dental treatment, sacrifice family...