Did an interest rate catch your attention the last time you were looking online?  Maybe you’ve been thinking about buying a home, buying an investment property, refinancing, or getting a line of credit. Well, it’s very rare that the interest rate you see online will be the one you get from a lender. There are […]

One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a homebuyer is not knowing how much you can REALLY afford when purchasing a home. The next mistake is thinking too “big picture” when it comes to price range or purchase price. Stop right here before you make these mistakes! You’re going to learn the correct […]

You love hanging out with certain friends, or have the perfect roommate in your current rental.  You’ve got a great relationship with one of your siblings who lives nearby. You and your partner have been together for years and want something more permanent. Should you buy a home with them? It’s not uncommon for family […]

I have noticed from open houses recently that the number of buyers out looking has dramatically decreased, as well as a decline in the number of multiple offers on our listings. There is no doubt the market is changing. Now, there are several of my buyer clients who see this as an opportunity, presenting some […]

You’ve probably seen listings stating a home is being sold “as is.” Does that mean it’s a dump and not worth seeing? It can be hard to tell since there can be vast differences in the conditions of “as is” homes. These homes can sometimes be a good deal budget-wise, especially if it gets you […]

When it comes to buying a home there are 3 key things that need to be in alignment. In this article you will come to understand my simple 3 part approach, called the 3 Buckets, for not just buying a home, but getting everything you want. These three things – budget, location, and criteria – […]

It’s no secret that mortgage interest rates have been going up over the last few months, and that economists forecast future hikes through the summer. Now seriously, money has been so cheap to borrow, it was practically free! So, it’s not that surprising that rates would go up. I mean, we all knew it was […]

When you’re thinking about buying a home, what immediately comes up in your mind? Are you most excited about living near your favorite coffee shop, surfing beach, or a convenient bike trail? Or are you filled with the anticipation of having a home with awesome features, like a chef’s kitchen, deluxe master suite, or a […]

When it comes to getting a mortgage to buy your first home, many buyers decide on the price point of the house they want to buy before talking to a lender.  They’ll say something like — “We are going to buy a home for $1,000,000” — and then they head out to open houses in […]

Spring 2022 Homebuyers seem to be in a rush right now. Interest rates have been rising for the past few months. But with the uncertainty in the markets right now, those rates are holding steady. Because of this, I’m noticing a lot of panic buying in order to “beat the rates” before they begin increasing […]