Psychologists agree that it takes only seven seconds to form a crucial first impression of someone. The same theory holds true when potential buyers look at a home — they will know if they’re interested before they even walk through the front... (Read More)

You can leverage your home’s value to gain access to needed funds. Whether you’d like to build an addition, remodel your kitchen or pay for your daughter’s undergraduate education, home equity loans and lines of credit offer attractive ways... (Read More)

Your mortgage payment occupies a sizable chunk of your monthly bills. Why wouldn’t you want to get rid of it as soon as possible? Well, with today’s low interest rates, there may be better ways to use your extra cash. Where else might I put... (Read More)

Are you ready to renew your rental lease? Has your landlord increased your rent? Are you getting hit hard by the IRS with limited tax deductions? The rental market has become expensive in 2015. Maybe you are considering buying your first home. Or... (Read More)

Though the last likely notion on your mind when you are purchasing your new home is selling it, realtors advise that you consider the resale potential of any home you aim to buy. If you are confident that you will never move again or that life... (Read More)

Are you concerned that a visit with your mortgage lender will be more like an interrogation? Many first-time home buyers feel some degree apprehension about this very important part of the home-buying process. It's important to remember that your... (Read More)

In real estate, it's always location, location, location. In the mortgage origination business, it's all about relationships, relationships, relationships. Here are 3 ways to build relationships with real estate agents to help you build your... (Read More)

We know you've heard it before, but one of the most common phrases in house hunting truly is "location, location, location." Think the phrase is fairly new? It isn't! It appeared in a real estate ad in the Chicago Tribune in 1926 with numerous... (Read More)

It's a GREAT time to buy a home! Mortgage rates are still low. Homes in many areas are still affordable for many families and the inventory of homes for sale is better now than one year ago, giving home buyers more choices. But as with just about... (Read More)