Downsizing in an up market
Why downsizing in an up market can work in your favor: sell high, buy a home that fits your needs and free...
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Mortgages and Financing
Mortgage rates, loan options, down payments and financing tips for buying a home in Naples, Florida.
Six tips when considering a HELOC for home improvements
Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) can be a great way to make cash available using the equity you have built up...
What to know about gifting a downpayment
What to know about gifting a down payment: lender rules, gift letters and documentation so the gift helps rather than delays a...
5 New Year’s resolutions every homeowner should make
We all know the drill... We are approaching the new year and everyone is busy making their list of what they will...
Choosing between an ARM and fixed rate mortgage
When you are ready to purchase a home, absorbing and understanding all the options for lending can make your head spin...
Minimizing low home appraisals
As a seller you typically care about an appraisal and as a buyer you typically care about an appraisal.
What (and how much) are buyer’s closing costs
Having a rolodex of service providers you can count on is important as a real estate professional.
Considerations when using an iBuyer
I remember my mother saying, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Settlement statements & closing costs
One thing I hear often causes a little anxiety for buyers and sellers is that you don't see your final settlement statements...
First time home buyer options
There is something rewarding about owning your home, but this is also a big investment, especially for first time home buyers.
Should you pay for mortgage points?
Understanding all the various mortgage options and structures can sometimes feel like you need to get a new degree to comprehend it...
How lenders view debt to income
How mortgage lenders view your debt-to-income ratio, what counts as debt and how DTI affects how much home you can buy.