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With graduations upon us, graduates past and present are reminded of the price of their education. According to the U.S. Federal Reserve, in 2021 44.7 million Americans have student loan debt and in Maryland, the average balance is $36,689. Many potential homebuyers think with a mound of student debt it will be nearly impossible to […]

Everyone wants to put their best foot forward when it comes to the first impression others have of their home. Curb appeal is important not only to your guests and neighbors, but it can also have a major impact on potential homebuyers’ initial feelings about your property. Most homeowners are so used to looking at […]

We are in the midst of a booming seller’s market. In real estate, a seller’s market occurs when the demand for homes is greater than the supply. This is the inverse of what happens in a buyer’s market, which is when there is plenty of supply but not as much demand for houses. As the […]

The FHFA has announced a new refi program to benefit low income borrowers with single family mortgages. These mortgages will be backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This new program is designed to help those who were not in a position to take advantage of 2020’s low rates. This new option could save borrowers […]

It takes some time to close even the most straightforward of home loans. These tips offer insight for avoiding pitfalls in between application and closing, so you can help make your loan process as quick and easy as possible! 1. Buying Large Items Avoid buying things like cars, boats, or other high-end items. Purchases like […]

Homebuyers are often not aware of what can cause issues within the home loan process and potentially sabotage your goals. Read these tips to learn some ways to avoid home mortgage sabotage! Credit Cards and New Debt Do not apply for any new credit of any kind! That creditor will show up on your credit […]

When researching the home buying and lending process, odds are you’ve encountered the acronym LTV at some point. But what does LTV mean and why does it matter? Read on to find out! What is LTV? LTV stands for loan-to-value ratio. Expressed as a percentage, LTV is the difference between the mortgage amount and the […]

Making the move to your new home can be a dream come true! Follow this moving checklist to keep the process as smooth and seamless as possible. You’ll be all settled into your new space in no time! Moving Checklist – Two Months Prior to Moving: Organize and Purge Go through each room in your […]

When starting the home loan process, you expect to work with a Loan Officer. But you might not be aware of all the behind-the-scenes mortgage team members that work hard to ensure your loan process goes smoothly from application to closing! So, let’s get to know them! Your Mortgage Team Consists of: Loan Officer Your […]

The return of springtime also marks the return of the annual spring cleaning ritual many partake in. Here are some tips for tidying and sprucing up your space this spring. Spring Cleaning Tip #1: Go Room by Room When cleaning, taking a room-by-room approach can make things much more manageable. Consider making a checklist for […]

Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your lifetime, if not the biggest. There are things you can do to better prepare financially. Save for a Down Payment While there are loan options available that allow for little to no down payment, you may find that putting down the standard […]

Life can get expensive, and some costs will always be outside of our control. Read on for 15 tips to reduce your utility bills and save some serious green! 1. Check the seals on all your windows, doors, and appliances. Drafty doors and windows make your thermostat work harder all year round. Poor seals on […]