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18
2021
Everyone has a different path to homeownership. Items like the type of loan you get and deciding on a real estate agent affect your timeline. But generally speaking, it takes about 30 – 60 days from start to finish to buy a home. Let's take a closer look at the homebuying timeline so that...
10
2021
One of the most valuable benefits of owning a home is building equity. Whenever you need a considerable amount of cash, you can get it by borrowing against your equity with a home equity loan. How you use the funds is up to you. Some choose to remodel the kitchen. Others need it to pay off...
04
2021
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are government-backed mortgage companies (or government-sponsored enterprise), and their job is to give the mortgage market stability and affordability. But how exactly do they do that, and why does it matter to you as a homebuyer? In this article,...
27
2021
There are other costs associated with buying a home beside the down payment. Some of those include fees for the appraisal, home inspection, and title work. Today, we want to focus on costs called "earnest money deposit" and "good faith deposit." We'll share what those terms mean...
21
2021
2021 is greeting us with a surge of new constructions, especially condos. With the promise of amenities like swimming pools, a communal clubhouse, and done-for-you landscaping, buying a new condo attracts many eager buyers. Are you thinking about making an offer on a new condo...