Seller-Paid Rate Buy down: Strengthening Your Offer

A seller-paid rate buy down is an option that not many home buyers know about. This type of concession can be a win-win scenario for both buyer and seller. Including this request in your offer will strengthen your offer while making your potential monthly mortgage payments more affordable. In this unique moment in the housing […]
Appraisal vs Inspection : Guide for Home Buyers

Appraisal vs. Inspection: Guide for Home Buyers As a potential home buyer you may have questions about getting an appraisal or inspection of the home you are interested in buying. These two services provide you with important information about the property in question, but in different ways. Let’s take a look at the facts and […]
Why do I need an Appraisal?

If you are looking to buy a home or your are considering refinancing your current mortgage, you may want to know… Why do I need an appraisal? Appraisals are required for almost all mortgage loans. A licensed professional appraiser must make a complete evaluation of the property being financed and provide a report determining the […]