The Loan of Your Life: Steps to Obtaining a Mortgage
By Christina Kass With home ownership comes what’s usually the largest debt obligation of your life — a mortgage. Obtaining for a mortgage can be intimidating, especially for first-time homebuyers. However, arming yourself with information can demystify the process. A...
Close Like a Pro: The Last Chapter of Homebuying, Explained
By Christina Kass You’ve planned, researched and budgeted, and now it’s time for the long-awaited final step in the home-buying process—closing on your home. While you likely expect a closing to include documents, signatures and fees, you may not be aware of all the...
Basics of Title Insurance
By Christina Kass The particulars of title insurance may not be the first thing on your mind when you’re caught up in the excitement of buying a home. However, title insurance is a crucial part of the homebuying experience. Title Insurance is designed to protect what...
Steps to Purchasing a Home
By Christina Kass DTI ?… Escrow ?… FHA ? Purchasing a home can be a confusing process, full of unfamiliar jargon — especially for first-time buyers. But it doesn’t need to be. With the right preparation, you can make a successful transition from dreaming about owning...