Trying to sell your home? Although you may be tempted to take your home off the market during the holidays, don't. There may be fewer potential buyers, but there also are fewer available listings, which can help increase the odds yours will sell... (Read More)

A home can be anything you wish. You can live in a traditional style house, tiny house, manufactured house, recreational vehicle or even a boat. Since there are so many places to live, military members often ask if they can use their VA loan to... (Read More)

You're in the market for a new home. While things like square footage and condition of a home are important, you'll also want to think about the bigger picture. You're not only choosing a home that's right for you — you're choosing a neighborhood... (Read More)

Moving into a new home? If you have children, it's a great time to make sure your home is safe for the smallest members of your household. Every 30 minutes a child in the United States is injured as a result of a TV or furniture tip-over incident... (Read More)

In the market for a new home? Purchasing a home is definitely something we don't do every day. So it's easy to make mistakes, and when it comes to home buying, mistakes can be costly. Here are some of the most common errors made by first-time... (Read More)

The VA home loan program was developed in 1944 as part of the original Serviceman's Readjustment Act. Since then, it's gone on to help thousands of veterans realize their dreams of homeownership. That said, there are many myths and... (Read More)

If you're on the market for an older home, you'll want to keep an eye out for water fixtures. Older homes don't always have the latest in water-saving devices. Some even have a few water-wasters. The good news? A lot of these problems can be fixed... (Read More)

Congratulations, you've made the decision to start shopping for a new home. You've likely thought of a few people to contact for help along the way. Realtor? Check. Loan officer? Check. But what about your insurance agent? They're a critical player... (Read More)

Buying a new home can be exciting! It's the perfect opportunity to create a space that's completely your own, with your personal style and comforts. Of course, it's not only the inside of the home that needs your attention, but also the yard and... (Read More)

The appraisal is an important part of the home buying process. But what happens if an appraisal comes up short of the agreed-upon selling price? Here's an example: A home is listed for sale at $350,000. It's a multiple bidding situation, so you... (Read More)