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Category: Homebuyer strategies (14 Articles)

March 15, 2024 | 4 minute read

If Mortgage Rates Are Dropping: Should Homebuyers Shop Now or Wait?

You may have heard that mortgage rates are dropping and thought, “This is the perfect time to start shopping for a home.” The question is, should you jump into action now or wait until spring is in full swing before resuming your search for a new house? More

October 1, 2023 | 5 minute read

Your Do’s and Don’ts After Closing Day

The homebuying process can be a lot like a movie story structure. There’s the exposition of deciding to buy, the rising action of mortgage applications and house hunting, and the climax of closing day More

September 7, 2023 | 4 minute read

What Does My Lender Need to Know After Closing Day?

During your homebuying process, you’ll have a close relationship with your personal lender. After closing day, however, your loan will be managed by a loan servicer who may or may not be the lender who assisted with your loan during the home buying process. Either way, the loan servicer ... More

September 1, 2023 | 5 minute read

What Do I Need for Mortgage Pre-Approval?

Before you start looking for your first home, you’ll want to meet with your lender for mortgage pre-approval. This is an essential first step to secure most types of loans, including conventional, fixed-rate home ... More

July 21, 2023 | 4 minute read

What Is a Move Down Buyer? Everything You Need to Know

Does this sound like you? Retirement is fast approaching (or already here), your kids have successfully transitioned into adulthood, and you have abundant equity in your home. You are ready for a fresh start, to downsize, and to think about cashing in on all that equity. More

June 28, 2023 | 4 minute read

10 Mortgage Terms You Will Hear During the Loan Process

Searching for your dream home should be fun, but it’s easy to get weighed down by an endless sea of unfamiliar abbreviations like “APR,” “PMI,” or “LTV.” For this reason, first-time homebuyers often find the process daunting or unachievable. The good news is that there are ... More

June 28, 2023 | 10 minute read

First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you follow these eight first-time homebuyer tips, you’ll make your first home buying experience go as well as possible. You’ll also avoid many of the most common mistakes that can cause a deal to fall apart at the last moment. More

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