Are you wondering how long it takes to close on a house? The time to finalize a real estate transaction can be a mystery to many buyers who have never purchased. One of the questions I get from home sellers is what they can expect the time frame to be from start to finish. Those who are buying a home for the first time also ask as well. Closing on a house can be a tense experience and one you might want to be over as soon as possible. Getting an accepted offer is exciting, but all the hard work| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
What is a Good Score For Credit? Do you know what a good credit score is? How about the highest credit score possible? Over the years of working as a real estate agent, lots of people have asked me what the best credit score I can get is. A good credit score is vital when applying for a mortgage or renting an apartment. But what's a perfect credit score, and how high does it go? Any credit score over 740 is great and will give you access to the best interest rates on financial products. The h...| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
Millennial Home Buyer Tips For those unaware, a millennial home buyer is defined as someone in the 18-35-year-old age bracket. Millennials buying homes have not been as plentiful as other generations. Millennial home buyers have not looked at purchasing real estate in the same fashion as other generations have. With the recent real estate recession fresh in their mind, in addition to student loan debts, high unemployment, and tighter mortgage credit, millennials have not been as quick to jump...| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
Do you know the most common first-time home buyer mistakes? You probably feel overwhelmed if this is your first time buying a house. There is a lot to learn, and it can feel like a bit of a juggling act—which can be hard to do when you’ve never juggled before. Fortunately, plenty of people have gone through the home-buying process you are dealing with now, and you can learn from their mistakes. Check out the following list of common first-time buyer mistakes so that you can spot them befo...| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
Do you want to know how to get the best mortgage rate for an upcoming home purchase? Getting the best mortgage rate is a significant concern for any home buyer. Everyone wants to get the lowest mortgage interest rate possible! When you consider that only a few percentage points can cost you thousands over the life of a loan, it only makes sense to seek the best mortgage rate you can get. Buying a home is already expensive. There is no reason to pay more than you have to. Unfortunately, many h...| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
Tips For Trouble-Free Condo Buying Are you thinking about buying a condo? What is the best advice when buying a condominium? Start by immediately understanding that it is much different than purchasing a single-family home! Buying a condo offers some advantages – living closer to a town, affordability, and less maintenance. But buying a condo is not the same as purchasing a single-family home. With single-family homes where there is no HOA, you are the king of the castle. With a condo, you ...| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
Are you wondering what an FHA loan is and how it works? Over my thirty-eight years as a real estate agent, many clients have asked me about FHA loans and whether they would be a good mortgage choice. FHA mortgage loans are a staple for many homebuyers. When considering buying a house, you will want to find the best mortgage. For many buyers – especially first-time homebuyers – the best mortgage option is an FHA or Federal Housing Administration loan. FHA loans tend to be available to borr...| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
What to Know About Credit Karma, Including Accuracy Have you ever wondered what Credit Karma is and how it works? Maybe you have seen their advertisements on television? Are you wondering if Credit Karma is accurate? Your credit score is one of the most critical financial information, especially when buying a home. For a long time, creditors and lenders have used your credit score to determine whether they would lend to you and what terms they would offer. Today, your credit score affects eve...| Maximum Real Estate Exposure
