Many aspire to homeownership as the ultimate sign of adulthood. First-time buyers may be intimidated by the amount of money needed for a down payment. Typically, most lenders require 20% of the home purchase price as a down payment. Lenders…
A loan for the purpose of purchasing a home, called a mortgage, is an agreement between a borrow and a lender for a specific amount of money. To be borrowed at a specific interest rate and for a specified length…
If you are in the process of searching for a home, chances are the term earnest money deposit has come up. What exactly is this deposit, and what does it get you? Is it required to purchase a new home?…
If you are getting ready to put your house on the market, you may be thinking that you have everything that you need to market your amazing home and to find the perfect buyer. It’s true that selling your home…
Summer temps are officially here in most of the United States. This usually means spending more time outdoors. If your home is looking a little rough after a long winter and spring, here are a few summer maintenance tips to…
You may have seen recent news reports about rent control measures taken in Oregon. Many lawmakers are taking a closer look at legislation that would enact limits on rising rent costs and the impact it could have on both the…
When people think of investing, they often picture a suit-wearing, fast-talking professional aggressively yelling on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Or maybe their mind goes to a spreadsheet enthusiast buying and selling through online investment platforms. But…
If you are new to buying real estate, you may wonder what it means exactly to be “in escrow.” Is it a place? A condition of the contract? A life-threatening disease? The answer is much more straightforward than you may…
Spring is in the air! For many, that means warmer temperatures, sunshine, and renewed energy to tackle projects. If you are a homeowner, this is the perfect time to work on some of the things that may have gone by…
The vacation experience has changed over the years, with travelers looking for alternative accommodations at every type of destination. Whether it is a family of four looking for more space or an executive needing a space to entertain clients while…
