Category Archives: Homeowner Tips

Two Graphs that Scream – List Your Home Today!

Posted on February 19, 2015 by

  We all learned in school that when selling anything, you will get the most money if the demand for that item is high and the inventory of that item is low. It is the well-known Theory of Supply & … Continue reading →

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New Fannie Mae Appraisal Program: Helping or Hurting?

Posted on January 15, 2015 by

Every home must be sold TWICE! Once to the buyer, and once to the bank appraiser if a mortgage is involved. The second sale may have just become more difficult. A new program announced by Fannie Mae may slow down … Continue reading →

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Posted on January 6, 2015 by

If you are one of the many homeowners out there who are debating putting their home on the market in 2015, don’t miss out on the opportunity that currently exists. There will be significantly less competition in the winter months … Continue reading →

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3 Reasons Why Changing Your Kitchen And Dining Room Lighting Fixtures Can Increase Your Sale Price

Posted on September 30, 2014 by

If you are considering selling your home, you may be wondering if there are things that you can do to increase your sale price. The truth is, you could spend thousands of dollars updating your home, but most homeowners will … Continue reading →

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Considering a Major Home Addition? Why a Detached Garage Can Drastically Improve Your Resale Price

Posted on September 25, 2014 by

Before you make a major structural change to your property, it is important to consider how this will affect your resale value. While there are many steps that you can take to improve your property, the addition of a detached … Continue reading →

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Refi or Wait? How to Choose Between Refinancing Your Mortgage Now or Waiting Until You Need the Money

Posted on September 23, 2014 by

Refinancing your existing mortgage may provide you with the opportunity to lower your interest rate, reduce your mortgage payment and adjust your loan term. For those homeowners who have lived in their home for more than a few years, pulling … Continue reading →

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Mortgage Budgeting 101: How to Determine What You Can and Can’t Afford

Posted on August 30, 2014 by

When taking on a new mortgage, it is important to know that you can afford to carry the debt load involved, as many people find themselves in financial trouble by spending more on real estate than they can comfortably maintain. … Continue reading →

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Can One Missed Mortgage Payment Affect Your Credit Rating? Yes! Here’s What to Do if You Miss One

Posted on August 20, 2014 by

Most people don’t know whether or not a single missed mortgage payment can have serious consequences for their credit score. The good news is that there are things that can be done to mitigate the damage and help anyone who … Continue reading →

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How Much is Your Home Worth in Today’s Market? Three Key Tips for Assessing Value

Posted on August 15, 2014 by

If you’re thinking about putting the house on the market, or are simply curious about its value in the current economic atmosphere, it’s essential to get an honest assessment of its value. An overly inflated figure won’t hold up and … Continue reading →

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Is Now the Time to Consider a 15-Year Mortgage? Five Reasons to Give the 15Y Another Look

Posted on August 14, 2014 by

A 15-year fixed mortgage is, as its name suggests, a mortgage that’s paid off after 15 years. Since it amortizes fully, after that amount of time you won’t have to pay anything else. This type of mortgage has a lot … Continue reading →

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