Selling the family home is a major event — especially for those with young children. While statistics sometimes label moving as one of  “life’s most stressful situations,” it doesn’t have to be a traumatic time for your children. By... (Read More)

It's a GREAT time to buy a home! Mortgage rates are still low. Homes in many areas are still affordable for many families and the inventory of homes for sale is better now than one year ago, giving home buyers more choices. But as with just about... (Read More)

Just because you’d like to borrow $250,000 doesn’t mean a lender will approve that amount. Your lender may agree to lend you more or less, but you won’t know until you provide some details about your situation. Getting pre-qualified or... (Read More)

Are you concerned that a visit with your mortgage lender will be more like an interrogation? Many first-time home buyers feel some degree apprehension about this very important part of the home-buying process. It's important to remember that your... (Read More)

When selling your home, deciding on an asking price can be difficult. That's where a Comparative Market Analysis — CMA for short— comes in. This report helps paint a picture of your home's value, taking into account factors such as square... (Read More)

We all want to keep our personal and financial information safe from identity thieves. But are you unknowingly making it easy for thieves to get the information they need to steal your identity? Here are some easy and effective ways to safeguard... (Read More)