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October 17, 2017
Buying a house is a big commitment... but the long-term equity and wealth that come from homeownership can be worth the investment.
As you plan to purchase a home, make sure you consider setting aside money for closing costs. These costs also apply
November 03, 2017
Top financial mistakes to avoid before buying a home
January 30, 2020
Winter is actually one of the best times of the year to buy a house because the real estate industry tends to slow down a bit. That sounds like a bad thing, but it’s actually great for buyers. Why? The process can be more convenient for you, al
January 03, 2019
So, you’ve been thinking about buying a house. Congratulations! This is such an exciting time. Homeownership is a great way to build wealth, and with rising rents, it can actually be a more affordable housing option. However, the homebuying pro
September 23, 2018
Considering a home purchase? Don’t understand the home loan process? In the simplest terms possible, let’s talk about the mortgage process. We’ll break it into steps that make sense and illustrate how achievable homeownership really
September 06, 2017
So, you’re thinking about buying a home. How exciting!
When creating your budget, you probably accounted for your down payment, renovations, and monthly mortgage payments, but don’t forget to factor in the following expenses that may ha
October 10, 2019
Buying a house is a big undertaking. It’s one of the biggest — if not THE biggest — purchases most people make in their lives. Before you put the wheels in motion, first consider the following steps.
Determine Why You Want to Buy a
September 12, 2017
Purchasing a home is a big commitment, but it’s often a smart choice for your financial future. With these simple tricks, you’ll be able to save up for a down payment with ease.
Establish a house fund.
It sounds obvious, but make sure yo
September 05, 2019
We're setting the record straight on the most common mortgage myths.
April 18, 2019
Inventory is up, and you’ve decided to make your big move. How do you decide which home is right for you? Like many of us, you might head straight to Pinterest to start compiling a gallery of inspiration. However, how many of those items are &l
August 07, 2018
Many potential homeowners think buying a brand new home is out of reach for them, but the reality may surprise you.
In a market where housing demand is high, but supply is limited, it can be difficult for homebuyers to find a home and make a successf
January 27, 2021
In the just-released FOMC statement, the Fed announced no change to the Fed Funds target rate, leaving it in the range of 0.00% to 0.25%. Today’s policy decision was as expected. There will not be an update to the SEP projections at this meetin
November 13, 2017
Everyone hopes for a smooth home loan experience. To give yourself the best chance of closing your next home loan as expected, consider the following tips even before you start house hunting.
August 29, 2018
When applying for a home mortgage, you will be required to provide several important documents verifying your identity, income, credit history and more.*
The following documents are commonly required during the loan process. To ensure your loan is p
November 16, 2018
Use our house-hunting checklist to help you find your next home.
November 24, 2018
So you made an offer, it was accepted, and now your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Oftentimes, agents make your offer contingent on the home inspection.
This contingency allows you to renegotiate the purchase price, ask the
December 27, 2019
What really happens when you buy a house? Sure, you have to find your dream home and apply for a mortgage, but what else goes into purchasing your dream home?
February 06, 2018
If you’re thinking of taking out a conventional mortgage, but don’t have a 20% down payment, there’s good news for you: you can get a mortgage with less than 20% down.
It’s important to know, though, that private mortgage insu
June 02, 2020
Did you know Waterstone Mortgage loan originators have access to a tool that can showcase your property listings in just minutes? Think of a Single Property Site as a beautifully co-branded landing page for your listing that includes home information
November 11, 2019
Follow these steps to close your mortgage loan on time.
