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)

When financing a home, you have a lot of choices, including the term of your loan. It's estimated that 80 percent of all home buyers elect to take out 30-year fixed-rate home loans. It's a popular option because of the low monthly payments. Less... (Read More)

Thinking of buying your first home or one that better suits you and your family? Here are three important steps in the home buying process you don't want to skip: Get a mortgage pre-approval. Nearly nine out of every 10 buyers finance their home... (Read More)

Eight seconds. Not much time, right? But that’s how long you have to catch a buyer’s attention when selling a home. So, you’ve got to make those seconds count from the moment a prospective buyer arrives on your property. It’s not just... (Read More)

You want to buy your first home, but you're worried that student loan debt or a low bank account balance could hold you back. The good news is that there are a variety of loan options available to you. You'll want to gather some paperwork and... (Read More)

Buying a fixer-upper? Whether you have a small remodeling job ahead of you or a big one, you're always much better off with a plan. Here are some tips for coming up with a plan designed to help you succeed: Decide how much you're going to spend... (Read More)

In the market for a home? Here are three tips designed to help you de-stress the home buying process and buy the right home for you and your family: Look deeper than what you see. You love the way a home is decorated, with its antique furniture... (Read More)

Putting your home on the market can be exciting. Whether you're purchasing a larger home, moving to a better neighborhood, relocating for a new job, or just want to see what else is out there, there is a sense of adventure that comes with selling... (Read More)

It's a case of "the more, the merrier" when a new family moves into your neighborhood! You want them to feel comfortable, and one means to that end is to reach out. What would television's Mr. Rogers, the king of kindness do? Here are a few simple... (Read More)