by Jenn Wayboer | Jan 4, 2019 | Purchase, Renter
Buying a new home is one of the most exciting events in your life, but the enormity of it all can be daunting. You’ve got to set your price range. Then you need to research your new neighborhood. And before you move, all your belongings will have to be packed into...
by Jenn Wayboer | Nov 13, 2018 | Purchase, Renter
How much of a down payment do you really need to buy a home? Saving up a down payment is one of the biggest obstacles for most people when buying a home. You may have heard the old rule that you need to save 20% down to buy a home. 44% of Americans believe you need a...
by Jenn Wayboer | Oct 23, 2018 | Purchase, Renter
If you’re having a difficult time qualifying for a loan, a cosigner may be just the ticket that will get you into a home of your own. Adding a cosigner doesn’t make a mortgage possible in every situation, but it can often help. What exactly is a cosigner? A cosigner...
by Jenn Wayboer | Oct 10, 2018 | Homeowner, Renter
Thanks to ever-improving wireless technology, there are many low-priced options that will make your home much more secure. If you want basic but high-tech security on a budget, here are some simple ways you can protect your home and the people inside it. Window Break...
by Jenn Wayboer | Sep 26, 2018 | Homeowner, Purchase, Renter
I’m going to let you in on a secret—really, most people don’t know about it. Did you know that FHA loans (these loans are backed by the federal government) are assumable? An assumable mortgage lets the buyer take over the seller’s interest rate, current payment...
by Jenn Wayboer | Aug 29, 2018 | Purchase, Renter
Around 10% of all U.S. workers are self-employed. There’s an idea floating around out there that it’s much harder to get a mortgage if you’re a business owner. That’s not true, but there are a few things to keep in mind, and you’ll need to provide some extra paperwork...
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