November 12, 2021

What to Expect During an Appraisal

Selling your home can be profitable in today's seller's market as home values have risen significantly this year. What's taken many sellers by surprise this year, however, is that some homes haven't been appraising due to these higher sales prices.

November 09, 2021

What is an Appraisal and Why is it Needed?

Home buyers are still flocking to homes when they are listed for sale. Buyers continue to offer list price and above as home values are still going up.

November 04, 2021

Understanding the Mortgage Market: Lender Types

Why is it that a home loan applicant is politely shown the door by a branch of a national bank yet is approved for the same amount of money by another lender? The answer is that lending institutions are not all created in the same image.

November 02, 2021

Finding a "Buyer's Agent"

Buying a home can be one of the most exciting times in your life. Finding a real estate agent who specializes in working with buyers is critical.

October 28, 2021

Why Sellers Shouldn't Ask to See Inspection Reports

When you list your home for sale, your agent will ask you to fill out and sign a few disclosures. These forms are for you to disclose any material defects, safety hazards or other defects which you know about in your home.

October 26, 2021

Why Buyers Shouldn't Waive Inspection Contingencies

This year the real estate industry is experiencing a market frenzy with a colossal amount of buyers looking for homes. The inventory of homes available is historically low.

October 21, 2021

Finding the Correct Listing Agent

Listing your home for sale can be a lot less stressful and a very positive experience if you use the right listing agent. Your listing agent's first priority should be to get you the highest home value, in the least amount of time and with the least amount of stress.

October 19, 2021

When a House Doesn't Appraise For the Sale Price

The real estate industry has been experiencing one of the hottest markets in history. This is due to low interest rates, historically low inventory and more than usual buyers flocking to the market, thus, homes have been selling in record time.

October 11, 2021

What is a Correspondent Lender and How Does Using One Impact My Loan?

Home buyers and owners have the challenge of acquiring and managing what will likely be the most expensive asset they will ever own. An intelligent approach to this involves careful monitoring of cash flow and an accurate assessment of home value.