Using Gift Money To Help With Down Payment
Short on a home down payment? Family or a friend may be willing to help in the form of a gift. Here's a few tips on using gift money for down payment.
Short on a home down payment? Family or a friend may be willing to help in the form of a gift. Here's a few tips on using gift money for down payment.
Without industry knowledge, the real estate market can leave you frustrated. This guide gives seasoned tactics for being an ultra smart first home buyer.
What most people are looking for when choosing a real estate agent is usually an outcome that can be summed up in 4 words: “best price, least hassle.”
The terms of your mortgage rely heavily on your credit report before a home purchase. Clean up your credit report and credit score before you start looking!
Financing for buying a home can be complicated and time-consuming. Here are some tips to help you finance your home purchase.
You've seen the house and it's perfect, you're ready to make an offer! If you're wondering how to make an offer on a house, here are a few helpful tips.
The earnest money put down when buying a home can let the seller know you're a committed purchaser. But how much earnest money is too much?
Do you really need a pest inspection? Some buyers may decide to forgo the pest inspection, but it could end up costing you much more in the long run.
Purchasing a new home can involve many steps - and the process may not always go perfect. When closings go wrong, we will help straighten it all out.
We get asked all the time: What is this neighborhood like? How are the schools in the area? But because of the Fair Housing Laws, don’t be surprised if we just can’t say.
Some may not feel a need to utilize senior housing, while many others will. Here are some factors to consider when thinking about senior housing.
When it comes to buying a new home, buyers have a lot to worry about. Price shouldn't be one! Here’s how to easily spot an overpriced home.
Real estate closings can be an intimidating process, but understanding it makes it much easier. Here's what you need to know about real estate closings.
Lenders used to be more flexible with types of mortgage loans, but regulations have changed now. Here's some info about the 3 basic types of mortgage loans.
Trying to determine whether or not you should downsize can be difficult. Here are some things to keep in mind when thinking about downsizing.
You’ve finally found the home of your dreams, but it could be hiding serious problems. That’s why finding a good home inspector is crucial to home buyers!
Why the Walk Through Matters for Buyers and Sellers - a key milestone of your real estate transaction is the final walk through of the property.
We urge our clients to have HVAC inspections, and we often get asked "do I NEED an HVAC inspection?" It's not a requirement, but here's why we recommend it!
When you're in the process of selling your home, protect your home during and after the sale with a home warranty.
Rogue movers and moving fraud is a real problem; they hold your items hostage for more money. Here are some tips to help you avoid moving fraud!
Selling your home? You could do it yourself, but that route could cost you WAY more money! Here are five reasons you really DO need a real estate agent.
Buying a home and selling a home at the same time can feel like a juggling act. We work with clients in this situation all the time and can help you!
Pre-approval for buying a home isn't only the 1st step, but the most important step! It's proof of your buying power; very helpful in a competitive market!
If you're ready to a buy a home in Grand Junction or anywhere in the Western Slope area, know how to evaluate a home before you buy! Here are some tips.
Quotes from exceptionally qualified financial titans clearly show that history's millionaires agree on real estate as a top investment strategy.