Should You Wait to Buy or Refinance in 2025

Should You Wait to Buy or Refinance in 2025

If you're wondering whether now is the right time to buy a home or refinance your mortgage, you're not alone. With all the headlines about inflation, mortgage rates, housing shortages, and market unce... ...more

Mortgage

June 07, 20253 min read

New Help For First-Time Homebuyers In 2025

New Help For First-Time Homebuyers In 2025

If you’re a first-time homebuyer trying to get into the market in 2025, you’re not alone — and thankfully, you’re not without help. Rising home prices and interest rates have made affordability a real... ...more

Mortgage

June 07, 20253 min read

How Much Down Payment Do I Need / Do I Qualify for Down Payment Assistance?

How Much Down Payment Do I Need / Do I Qualify for Down Payment Assistance?

Many people still believe you need 20% down to buy a home. That’s simply not true. In today’s market, qualified buyers can purchase with far less—sometimes even zero down, depending on the loan progra... ...more

Mortgage

May 02, 20252 min read

How Much Home Can I Afford / What Will My Monthly Payments Be?

How Much Home Can I Afford / What Will My Monthly Payments Be?

Before browsing listings or falling in love with a dream home, the smartest first step is understanding how much home you can truly afford. This isn’t just about what a lender will approve—it's about ... ...more

Mortgage

May 02, 20252 min read

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