When you imagined buying a house, it seemed easy. Everything would fall into place. The price would be right, the location would be ideal, the layout and room size would …
Why Use a Realtor?
You’ve got it under control. You’ve done your research, met with a lender to discuss your financing options and secure a pre-approval, drawn up a list of must-haves, and thought …
How Much Do You Need to Put Down on a House?
How much do you need to put down on a house? If you think the answer to that question is at least 20 percent, think again. As Arch MI’s Insights …
Home Renovation Loan Options
The prospect of renovating a home can be both exhilarating and intimidating. After all, renovations offer a chance to customize your home, but they also bring several daunting challenges, including …
What Happens to a Mortgage After Divorce?
Ending a marriage is rarely easy. There are social, emotional, and familial entanglements that need to be sorted out. There are also practical matters and financial ties that need to …
What Are Mortgage Points?
What are mortgage points? Why are some homebuyers eager to purchase them, while others skip them? If you’re on the fence about mortgage points, how do you decide which way …
How USDA Rural Development Financing Works
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is probably not the first organization that comes to mind when you think about financing a home, but that doesn’t mean that its …
Tips for Buying a Fixer-Upper
This Old House has been a constant presence on public television networks across the United States for decades, and cable shows like The Property Brothers, Hometime, and Flip or Flop are ratings …
The First Step to Buying a House
When buying a house, many first-time buyers believe that the first professional they should call is a real estate agent. They are wrong. Oddly enough, finding your dream home isn’t …
How to Invest in a House
Are you tired of renting? Do you want to put your monthly payments toward a property you own, instead of handing them over to a landlord? You’re not alone. According …
