Feeling the Heat
Rising heating oil and utility costs are changing what feels affordable for Northeast home buyers.
Waiting for the rate to fall
How does the Fed rate cut affect mortgage rates? Or does it?
2026 Forecast: Right time to Buy?
What does 2026 have in store for home affordability?
Homebuying as an Inflation Shield
Interest rates may be stubborn, but inflation marches on. What can you do?
DSCR Rental Property Investment
A great way to invest in residential real estate with a minimum of hassle.
6 Ways to Use a Cash-Out Refinance
How to access and use home equity — even if you’re already in a low-interest primary loan.
Refi your mortgage for renovations
A cash-out refinance may be the perfect way to finance renovations.
FHA vs. Conforming Loans
The two most common types of loans popular for first-time homebuyers.
Sailing the 4 C’s of Mortgage Qualification
The four factors that determine whether or not you qualify for a loan.
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Capacity: How to Calculate DTI
The two types of ratios lenders look at to know your monthly spending.
The Role of Collateral in a Mortgage
The pros and cons of using collateral when you apply for a home loan.
The role of credit in getting a loan
Your credit score affects a lender’s decision to issue you a loan.
So, What’s it Really Going to Cost Me? Mortgage Closing Costs
The types of closing costs you need to look for in your…
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Options for Buying a Foreclosed Home
Understand the options for buying a foreclosed home. Home buyers often think…
How to Buy a Home for the First Time
Essential tips for first-time homebuyers. Becoming a first-time homebuyer can seem like a…
Buying a Second Home: What You Need to Know
Know your budget before you buy a second home. Home owners who…
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What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a Home?
The minimum credit score requirement for the different types of loans available.…
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Is it Cheaper to Build or Buy a House?
To buy or to build a house? Factors to keep in mind…
Buying a New Home in a Subdivision
A new home is like a blank canvas—everything is waiting for you,…
What is the Process of Buying a Home?
The five steps you should take before stepping into an open house.…
Renting vs. Buying a Home
Renting and buying a home has its pros and cons. The right…
How to Buy a New Home Before Selling the Old One
One of the main concerns homeowners have when upsizing (moving into a…
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