Cellphone & utility payments can now "boost" your credit score
Jul 12, 2019 8:32:00 PM / by Mark Gorman posted in Mortgage, Credit, Credit Score, home ownership, credit profile, payments, mortgage payments, boosting credit, credit bureaus, experian, cell phone, utilities, bills
5 common FHA appraisal issues: how to fix them
Jul 11, 2019 5:02:07 PM / by Jeffrey Che posted in Mortgage, Home Loan, Approval, Underwriting, home inspection, appraisal, FHA, do it yourself, buying a home, homebuying, myths, paint, windows, safety, utilities, water
3 myths of traditional vs online mortgage lenders
Jul 10, 2019 7:16:00 AM / by Mark Gorman posted in Mortgage, buying a home, myths
Deciding to buy a new home is one of life’s most important decisions. Once you’ve given yourself the green light—and after the euphoria and surge of adrenaline spikes and subsides—you need to identify your specific financial capabilities and goals, and what you require from your mortgage lender.
5 red flags within the online home search
Jul 8, 2019 8:58:00 PM / by Jeffrey Che posted in Mortgage, before you buy, buying a home, online home buying
Real estate websites offer you convenience and control when you’re looking to buy a new home. They feature home search options that let you customize your choices at a granular level, including price range, square footage, bed and bathroom count, and acreage, among other filters. And if you know what to look for, these sites can also clue you into potential problems that homes of interest may have.
3 reasons why summer is a hot time for buying
Jul 6, 2019 9:24:00 PM / by Jeffrey Che posted in real estate, summer, online home buying
The spring is arguably the most popular season for homebuying, but that doesn’t mean the market dries up during the summer. In fact, there are plenty of great opportunities for prospective buyers to make a splash on their dream home.
You must see these St. Louis waterfront homes!
Jul 3, 2019 4:08:45 PM / by Brett O'Daniell posted in St. Louis, vacation home, river home, St. Albans, Lake Saint Louis, Oakville, waterfront home, lake house, St. Charles, Chesterfield, Ladue
Celebrate everything summer & check out these homes from St. Louis to St. Charles to Chesterfield which embrace our local lakes and rivers.
5 steps to make moving easy
Jul 1, 2019 8:52:00 PM / by Mark Gorman posted in Mortgage, real estate, moving, homebuying
Once you get through the home buying process, it’s time to move on to the next big thing: moving! It can be a stressful and tedious event, and you want to avoid scams. Whether you bought a home across the country or just a few blocks away, here are five tips to choosing reliable movers.
What is a "Coming Soon" listing? How quickly can you tour one?
Jun 28, 2019 7:07:00 AM / by Mark Gorman posted in buyer's agent, listing, homebuyers, listing agent, home showings, option, coming soon, consumer, housing demand, housing inventory, pending
Coming Soon listings continue to become more common as the local housing inventory tightens. It causes concern among buyers, sellers and real estate professionals. It has prompted real estate commissions across the country to issue guidance on the topic. Here’s what you need to know to keep informed and to understand all sides of the equation.
Know the Benefits of Owning a Home Before Starting Your Home Search
Jun 27, 2019 7:54:00 PM / by Brett O'Daniell posted in earnest money, closing costs, taxes, insurance, homebuyers, housing market, step-by-step, Credit, homeownership, home ownership, financing, payments, maintenance, emergency funds, before you buy, homebuying
Home ownership has always been part of the American Dream. Because of that, many people start their home search without considering the benefits or risks. If you are contemplating buying a home, you should know and review the advantages & challenges of the investment decision you are about to make and all that comes with it before signing on the dotted line.
Master your move with this eight-week moving checklist
Jun 24, 2019 8:33:00 AM / by Jeffrey Che posted in home ownership, capital, payments, movers, moving, moving checklist
While making the big move might seem like a massive undertaking, it doesn't have to be. All you need to succeed is a little planning.