• The Easiest Way to Handle Buying and Selling at the Same Time • When life changes fast, it can be a challenge to keep up. Whether it’s an exciting new job, mobility changes, or a baby on the way, sometimes homeowners need to move, sooner rather than later.
• Smart Ways to Refine Your Personal Budget Before Buying a House • We missed out on a lot during 2020. Celebrations, vacations, and occupations all looked different through the lens of a pandemic. Chances are you had to put some plans on hold.
• Refinancing a House During Divorce, Before or After Separation • Divorce…it sucks. It is usually painful, stressful – sometimes devastating. One of the ugliest things about getting through it is often figuring out the logistics of how to divide everything up.
• What to Expect in the Housing Market for Next Year • Who’s ready to skip straight to the new year? If so, you’re not alone. In light of all the difficulties and disruptions of 2020, it seems like everyone wants to fast forward to 2021, leaving the coronavirus far behind us.
• Strategically Increase Your Credit Score to Buy a House • You are finally ready to purchase a home – congrats! You know the down payment is important. Did you also know that your credit score is just as critical, and perhaps even more so?
• Tips to Finance a Home Loan When You’re Self-Employed • Ready to buy a home but also own your own business? Applying for a mortgage always has its complications, but if you’re a small business owner, the burden could be even trickier.
• See How Much You Qualify For on a Mortgage Before Touring Homes • The Internet has made it easy to go house hunting. You can get a good idea of whether a house is a good fit for you before you even step outside your current home.
• Which Home Renovations Have the Highest Return on Investment • We put together this definitive list of home improvement ideas that will make you money, or at the very least help you recoup a lot of the costs when you sell your home.
• Beat the Heat & Cut Your Electric Bill This Summer • Finding ways to save money on your electric bill during the sweltering summer months can sometimes be a bit challenging.
• Avoid These Common Mistakes When Refinancing into a Lower Interest Rate • Deciding to refinance your mortgage can be a smart financial decision. But if you’re like most Americans who have never refinanced, the process to get from approval to closing is rather unfamiliar.