When purchasing a home, your mortgage pre-approval is based on your current financial situation. That's why once you are pre-approved, you should avoid making big changes to your finances. Here are several things you'll want to avoid doing while... (Read More)

Congratulations! You are using your VA loan benefit to buy a home. Once you are under contract on a home, the lender will tell you that there needs to be a VA appraisal ordered. People usually have many questions about appraisals. The following... (Read More)

Active duty and retired military members have a great benefit when it comes to purchasing a home. They can do it with NO MONEY DOWN. Being a veteran isn't the only requirement when it comes to getting a VA loan, though. The Department of Veterans... (Read More)

Do you have a fire extinguisher? If you don't, it's time to add it to your shopping list. Every homeowner should have one on each floor or area of their home and know how to use it. Fire extinguishers are life savers. Make sure to purchase one... (Read More)

In the market for a new home? Purchasing a home is definitely something we don't do every day. So it's easy to make mistakes, and when it comes to home buying, mistakes can be costly. Here are some of the most common errors made by first-time... (Read More)

If you're on the market for an older home, you'll want to keep an eye out for water fixtures. Older homes don't always have the latest in water-saving devices. Some even have a few water-wasters. The good news? A lot of these problems can be fixed... (Read More)

You've heard it before: spring is king when it comes to real estate. New research shows that late spring is the best time to list your home in most of the country. Are you thinking of listing your home this spring? Read on to get the details on... (Read More)