It won’t be long before we will feel the chill of winter approaching. Is your home ready? The good news is that winterizing your home doesn't have to be costly or time consuming. With a free afternoon (or two!) and a little elbow grease, here are... (Read More)

Do you think student-loan debt is preventing you from buying a house? A recent survey by the National Association of Realtors supports that opinion. The survey found that 71 percent of non-homeowners who are current in their student loans believe... (Read More)

No, you won’t get the lowest interest rate with a low credit score, but you can qualify for a mortgage loan. It’ll take more work and probably cost more, but it’s possible. Here’s how you should prepare for the process. Know your credit... (Read More)

You’re ready to move on. Maybe the house is too small, you’re moving because of a job, or you want to be closer to family and friends — the top three reasons for selling a home, according to the National Association of Realtors. No matter... (Read More)

Selling a home can be a nerve-wracking process. It's your baby, after all. You have been there through all the growing pains, from painting the walls your favorite shade, to upgrading the bathrooms and putting your finishing touches on the window... (Read More)

You assembled your documentation, filled out the mortgage application and received approval to proceed with your purchase. It’s time to celebrate, right? Not quite. Your lender will recheck your credit right before closing, and certain... (Read More)

Are you house shopping with your furry friend in mind? Before you offer a bid, you’ll want to make sure that your dream home will also be a safe and comfortable space for your faithful companion. Check out this pet-friendly real estate... (Read More)

You want to take advantage of today’s low interest rates, but you owe more on your home than it’s worth. There may be hope, however. If you’ve stayed current with your mortgage payments and your loan is owned by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, you... (Read More)

Most homeowners don’t think too much about their homeowner’s insurance policies. They sign on for the standard policy and leave it at that. They may not be aware of the details of their policy, let alone the options they may add to it in order... (Read More)