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What you should have learned in school about home buying: Mortgage 101
It would be difficult to count the number of times we have heard the phrase, “I wish I would have learned about this in school.” That is why we are sharing key mortgage information with you in our blog. We think it is important for young adults to know how to prepare to buy a home as they begin navigating adulthood and financial responsibility. Here a few valuable pieces of information about your home buying potential that you should have
Know Your Neighborhood Before You Buy
How important is the quality of the neighborhood to you as a home buyer? According to the National Association of Realtors’ 2016 Profile of Home Buyers, 64% of people married with kids found the quality of the neighborhood important.
Is it the right time to buy a bigger home in Texas? 4 Reasons to Upgrade
If you are reading this blog post, you may be thinking it’s time to buy a bigger home. When your family grows, your income increases, or you are ready to go after your dream home, it may be time for an upgrade. Texas is a great place to call home, with a healthy economy that helps home owners. Here are a few financial reasons to consider upgrading your starter home to the bigger home of your dreams. 1. Rising Home
Insider Tips for Your Online Home Search
Searching for homes online is the number one way that home buyers first get information on homes listed for sale. Technology makes viewing homes fast, convenient, and available to millions of people. While technology has brought a wealth of information to the palm of your hand, there are a few things to consider in your online home search. In this article we will help you with some insider online home search tips: 1. Listings Aren’t Always Accurate In your online
Income Tax and Your Mortgage Application
Whether you are looking to buy a home or refinance your current mortgage, your income taxes are a required piece of your mortgage application. Your federal income tax return is key to determining your mortgage loan approval. These are the ways that your income tax return is a factor in your mortgage application. Calculating Income for Qualifying In order to approve your mortgage application, lenders need to assess your ability to repay the loan. Taking a look at your income
Immune Boosting Foods: Health at Home
It is cold and flu season and we want to help you prepare your home for healthy conditions ahead. Keeping immune boosting foods available in your home could be very helpful. Frequent weather changes and spending less time in the sun can be tough on our immune system. Good nutrition and immune boosting foods can help your body stay more healthy. Consider these immune boosting foods for your family: Vitamin-C Fruits and Vegetables High in Vitamin C. Fortunately, nature takes
How to Prepare for Your First Mortgage
You can help yourself transition into home ownership easier by preparing for your first mortgage. Setting savings goals, minding your credit score, getting pre approved, and knowing how much home you can afford will help you prepare for success. As a new home owner you will definitely learn a few new things. There is no apartment supervisor to call for maintenance repairs. You will learn the difference between home owners insurance and a home warranty policy. Home ownership also comes
How to Make Sugar Cookies for Santa
Making cookies for Santa is a favorite holiday tradition in many families. There is something special about working together with your family to bake and decorate Santa’s favorite holiday treat. We are excited to share a classic recipe for sugar cookies and a delicious butter cream icing. Follow these step by step instructions to make sugar cookies for Santa: Sugar Cookies Step 1: Mix wet ingredients together in a large mixing bowl. 3/4 cup – Butter (softened or room temperature)
