As you start looking for a new home, you definitely need all the advice and help you can get. It’s true that your real estate agent will give you plenty of information about homes and neighborhoods you’re interested in, but some people still like to do research on their own – but where do you start? Here are some sites that will help home buyers make a more educated purchase.
Home Buying Tips: Questions Your Realtor Should Ask
by Amber Hunt on October 6, 2011 in Home Buying, Homeowners Tips, Smart Shopper
Using a realtor? Make sure they’re asking the right questions about your future home! House hunting on your own? Check out this list to make sure you’re getting a completely informed perspective on your potential home.
Mortgage Employment On The Rise After 2,000 Jobs Lost Earlier This Year
by Jonathan Slappey on September 8, 2011 in Economic Analysis
More than 2,000 mortgage jobs have been lost this year according 2011 second-quarter reports. However, a recent refinance wave may help numbers pick back up.
Your Real Estate Appraisal Comes Back Lower Than You Thought it Would. Why?
by Clayton Closson on September 7, 2011 in Home Buying, Home Sales, Homeowners Tips
The issue of appraisals coming in low has come up in again in many online reviews I’ve read lately, so I wanted to repost an article we wrote three years ago about appraisals. And trust me, I know first hand how frustrating this can be.
Quicken Loans Turnaround Times Only Get Better….
by Clayton Closson on August 24, 2011 in Home Buying, News, Refinance Mortgage
The mortgage industry is heated up with record low rates and Quicken Loans is processing mortgages in record time.
15 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Hit Decades Low!
by Clayton Closson on August 4, 2011 in Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates on 15 year fixed mortgages dropped to their lowest levels in decades. Good news, readers. Good news…
Long-Distance House Hunting Made Easy
by Victoria Araj on August 1, 2011 in Family Focus, Home Buying, Smart Shopper
Long-distance house hunting is easier with the right resources and advice. Here’s a few tips to make your transition smoother.
Is the Housing Market Looking Up? Good News from Home Builders
by Rebecca Carter on July 22, 2011 in Economic Analysis, Home Sales
Glimmers of hope from the National Association of Home Builders suggest that things aren’t so bad after all.
Short Sale Fraud On The Rise
by Gabriela Islas on July 19, 2011 in Home Sales
Unfortunately, scams are afoot to take advantage of struggling homeowners. Read about how short sale scams work and how to avoid them.
Renting vs. Buying: Should I Buy a House?
by Gabriela Islas on April 22, 2011 in Economic Analysis, Home Buying, Mortgage Rates
With home prices and mortgage rates creating the perfect storm for home affordability, why aren’t more people buying? Economists take a look at some of the reasons, and advise those on the fence not to wait until it’s too late!
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