Advantages of a Multi-Generational Home

Advantages of a Multi-Generational Home

The concept of multi-generational living has been gaining popularity in recent years as more and more Americans are choosing to share their homes with family members of different ages.  For one, financial considerations play a significant role in the rise of multi-generational living. Younger people 

FICO Shock? Your Lender Can Help with a Rapid Rescore

FICO Shock? Your Lender Can Help with a Rapid Rescore

If you’re ready to buy a new home, you know that a good FICO score is critical to the process. Your FICO affects not just your ability to buy a new home, but the interest rate and fees you’ll pay for the new loan. Often, 

6 SIDE HUSTLES TO HELP SAVE FOR A DOWN PAYMENT

6 SIDE HUSTLES TO HELP SAVE FOR A DOWN PAYMENT

One of the biggest financial goals for many is to save up enough money for a down payment on a house. For those who don’t have access to family wealth or are having trouble scraping together the funds, side hustles can be an invaluable source 

Overall Market Update – 5 Realities for Sellers Now

Overall Market Update – 5 Realities for Sellers Now

Over the past few years, most of the US has been in a strong seller’s market. Historically low interest rates coupled with rising incomes resulted in buyers who were ready and able to buy a new home. It was a crazy time when sellers needed 

Energy Vampires – Why Your Electric Bill Is So High

Energy Vampires – Why Your Electric Bill Is So High

Does it seem like you do everything possible to lower your electric bill and still see no measurable difference in your bill? The simple reason is you may have energy vampires in your home. The good news is these creepy creatures do not require a 

Inflation is Rising-Should I Still Buy A Home?

Inflation is Rising-Should I Still Buy A Home?

World events and government spending has led to soaring inflation. The Federal Reserve has only one tool in its arsenal to curb and reduce this trend – raising interest rates. While contemporary home buyers are accustomed to interest rates in the 2-4%, older homeowners remember 

Homeownership Is A Great Hedge Against Inflation

Homeownership Is A Great Hedge Against Inflation

Over the past couple of months, the news of rising inflation is fueling concern across the country. Currently, inflation is at a 40-year high. This is impacting household budgets the most as families try to make ends meet with less buying power. For potential home 

How to Price Your Home to Sell in a Softening Market

How to Price Your Home to Sell in a Softening Market

The summer selling season has come. Unfortunately, those home sellers who were looking forward to sky-high prices and multiple offers may be disappointed to find the market softening. In a declining market, pricing a home becomes critical to success.    Pricing your home in a 

What Can You Expect The Second Half of 2022 In The Housing Market?

What Can You Expect The Second Half of 2022 In The Housing Market?

Since the beginning of the year, the US economy has been cooling off. After several years of strong growth, rising inflation and energy costs are affecting US households in ways not seen since the 1970s. For those who are actively involved in the buying or 

Rising Interest Rates – Should I Lock in the Mortgage Rate?

Rising Interest Rates – Should I Lock in the Mortgage Rate?

One of the most important financial considerations of buying a new home is the interest rate paid on the mortgage. Over time, a higher interest rate can add thousands of dollars to the true cost of buying the home. When interest rates are low or