Home equity is on the rise nationwide. Is it time to unlock yours? Home equity is basically the difference between your home’s market value and the total amount you owe on your mortgage. There are two basic ways to tap your home equity—... (Read More)

Location, location, location. When it comes to real estate, location is extremely important. But it's not only important when you're considering a house you're going to live in yourself. Location is a key factor when purchasing an investment... (Read More)

You’re ready to move on. Maybe your house is too small, you’re moving because of a job, or you want to be closer to family and friends. According to the National Association of Realtors, those are the three top reasons for selling a... (Read More)

Whether you're buying or selling a home, you're likely to encounter a host of mortgage terms and acronyms along the way. Find them a bit confusing? You're not alone! Real estate really has a language of its own. You'll feel a lot better on closing... (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 compared with some other types of loan programs. It's also... (Read More)

Did you know that FSBOs —homes that are For Sale by Owner — account for only about 8 percent of home sales? Or that many properties that start out as FSBOs end up being listed with and sold by a Realtor? Here's why so many people sell their... (Read More)

Refinancing activity is on the rise. Does it make sense for you to refinance your home loan? Here are a few reasons why you may want to consider it: You want a fixed rate home loan. When you purchased your home, you took out an adjustable-rate... (Read More)

The holiday season can be tough on your credit score. Here are some ways to avoid seeing your credit score drop during one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year: Pay your bills on time. Your record of on-time payments is a big factor in the... (Read More)

The property disclosure report is an important document in any real estate transaction. In it, sellers must reveal any issues relating to a property that could negatively affect its value. That's why it's so important for home sellers to set... (Read More)