Throughout your house hunting journey, you’re likely to come across the terms “pending” and “contingent”. While they may seem interchangeable, these terms describe two different stages of the real estate transaction process. Understanding these terms is important to homebuyers as they can help determine how close a property is ... More
Mortgage interest rates are often at the forefront of homebuyers’ minds, and for good reason. For most homeowners, mortgage payments represent the largest monthly obligation in their budget. Even a small difference in rate can have a significant impact on monthly payment amounts, so getting the best deal is important! More
For many of us, buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions we make in our lifetime. Understanding what goes into a mortgage payment, and the math involved in the mortgage process will help you make more informed decisions throughout your home-buying journey and beyond. Whether you’re ... More
Buying a home involves a lot of moving parts, especially if you are putting in offers that involve a home sale contingency. However, if your ability to purchase a property is not contingent on another transaction, the entire process becomes a bit simpler. ... More
If you thought buying your first home felt like a whirlwind, wait until you decide to purchase your second home. You may find yourself longing for the simpler process of ... More
If this is your first time buying a house, you might not be familiar with the term: contingency offer. In fact, you might not even understand the offer process at all, so let’s start there. Step one, More
Let’s say you’re ready to buy a new home and at the same time need to sell your old home. When you make the offer on your next dream house, you may need to add a More
Do Second-Time Homebuyers Need a Down Payment? The quick answer is yes, it is almost certain that you will need a down payment. How much do you have to put down on a second home? That answer will depend ... More
