Understanding the Different Kinds of Mortgage Lenders
While shopping for a home loan you might come across terms like retail lenders, direct lenders, mortgage brokers, and wholesale lenders. Many borrowers simply look at the terms and the interest rate and if they are satisfactory, they go ahead and purchase the loan. They don’t really bother to find out what sort of lender […]
Convince the Seller That You are the Right Buyer with a Perfect Letter
Now that the economy has started showing signs of recovery, the demand for houses in many markets is on the rise. Interestingly, prospective home buyers are trying every trick in the book to make their offers stand out. Some of them are even writing letters to sellers explaining what they love about the property and […]
Closing Costs: How to Budget for Them
On closing day, you’ve signed the papers and the house is officially yours. Unfortunately, the costs of buying a home don’t stop there. There are a host of closing costs that are involved in the process of purchasing property. The last thing you want to be is flat broke during closing, […]
How to Be an Effective Home Buyer
I’ve been involved in the real estate industry for a significant part of my life. I’ve noticed that there are some common traits in most of the smart buyers. So what makes some home buyers smarter and more successful than others? I’d say they know how to smoothly go through the sometimes painful process of […]
House Inspections 101
If you’ve purchased a home before, you probably already know about home inspections. If you are a first-time home buyer, you might not be so well-informed. Since approximately two out of every five properties have major defects, it makes sense to get your property inspected. Your home is your biggest investment, and failing to get […]
How to Find Your Dream Neighborhood
If you are thinking of buying a new house, you should consider the neighborhood. After all, what would be the point of buying a lovely home in an area you don’t particularly like? Before you invest your money in a new house, it’s wise to do a little research to find the area you want […]
