Have you decided to buy your first home? It's normal to feel excited and anxious at the same time. You’ve just made a significant financial and life-changing choice! So, what can you do to keep calm and carry on as you embark on the largest... (Read More)

Ready to make a move? Home buying activity doesn't typically start to shift into high gear until late April or May. Yet if you're thinking about purchasing a home this year, you may want to consider getting started now. Mortgage rates are low and... (Read More)

Do you feel like the mortgage industry has a language all its own? You're not alone. Surveys show that many consumers get frustrated with all of the unfamiliar terms, acronyms and phrases that are part of the mortgage application process. We want... (Read More)

How much of a downpayment do you need to buy a home? Less than you might think! Many people believe that in order to purchase a home, you need a 20% downpayment. Studies show it's one of the most enduring home buying myths. In reality, the median... (Read More)

Are you looking for a home your children and pets will enjoy? You're not alone. Many people make home-buying decisions on the needs of not only their children but their pets, too. Surveys show that home buyers with children are looking for homes... (Read More)

Have you checked mortgage rates lately? Rates are still hovering at their lowest levels ever, making it a great time for many people to buy a home or refinance. Today's rates are incredibly low. And they have been low for so long that many people... (Read More)

There's nothing like moving — whether it's across town or across the country — to make you realize just how much stuff you have! When moving, you're likely to let some things go, but probably also add some new appliances, furniture and other... (Read More)

The VA home loan program is one of the most flexible and attractive ways to finance a home today. There's no set downpayment requirement, no private mortgage insurance and rates are lower than with many other types of loan programs. It's also one of... (Read More)

Stop for a moment and really think about this one: What are you looking for in your next home? The National Association of Realtors surveyed home buyers nationwide on the home features that are most important to them and found that home buying needs... (Read More)