1. Don’t buy beyond your means. Just because on paper you qualify for “X” amount of a mortgage payment doesn’t mean you have to go that high. Are you comfortable with paying that amount? Borrow only what you feel comfortable taking on. 2. Don’t treat your home like a bank. Buy for your lifestyle and […]
The decision to buy or rent is a big one – and different for each individual. Some people are ready to settle down in one spot. Others know their career plans or family status may be changing and aren’t ready to commit to homeowning yet. In such cases, it is smarter to rent so you have the […]
Tips to make this year be the year you finally buy a home Let 2017 be the year you finally buy a home. It can be difficult to save and qualify for a mortgage – but you can do it this year with these tips. Stay on top of your credit Pay bills on time, […]
Right now we are in a market that favors the seller in many price points. There simply are more buyers out looking than there are available homes. This means you need to adjust your house hunting strategy in order to better your chances at getting the home you really want! Follow these tips: Be available […]
You’ve always wanted a place of your own… you are ready to settle down in one spot for a while, have a decent, steady job and pretty good credit. Maybe you’ve been thinking about it for a long, long time and are wondering when is a good time. This year could be the time for […]