Posts Tagged ‘home buying preparation’
First-Time Homebuyers Reveal Their Biggest Regrets Decorating Their New House
First-time homebuyers who finally succeed in closing the deal have every right to be excited. Next comes the fun part: moving in and decorating your new digs. Yet watch out! In this giddy rush, first-time homeowners tend to go overboard and ...
Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about ...
How to Pay Down Debt When Preparing for a Mortgage
Think you might have trouble qualifying for a mortgage because your current credit load is a little on the high side? You'll want to speak directly with a loan officer to get a bit more specific but if you want or need to pay down debt before a...
Do You Really Need That 20% Down Payment on a House?
Experts say that 20 percent down you heard about (perhaps from your parents) is a myth in 2022. Here are your best ways around it, and how to plan. If you're thinking about buying a house, there's a good chance that you're saving up the 2...
A Look Into the Philadelphia Real Estate Crystal Ball for 2022
Now that 2021 is safely behind us, it’s time to look ahead to 2022. What will drive the Greater Philadelphia residential real estate market in the coming year? Here are three trends that industry insiders say will significantly affect the cou...
Getting Help with a Down Payment
A down payment is something you’re likely going to need to buy a home unless you’re using a Veterans Affairs (VA) loan. Saving up for a down payment is one of the more significant barriers that prevents people from achieving homeownership. ...