Improving Your Loan Application

December 15, 2016

By: Jim Gallagher Before getting started with the home-buying process, you should familiarize yourself with the loan application requirements. Our Loan Application Checklist provides the requirements for loan applicants on a broad scale, as well as additional requirements for specific circumstances related to things such as employment, marital status, and purchasing methods (renting versus buying). … Read More

Top Terms Homebuyers Need to Know

November 14, 2016

By: Dan Kelly When it comes to purchasing a home, buyers are often surprised at the number of terms they do not recognize.  It is easy to get overwhelmed with mortgage rates and the different kinds of loans available.  We are here to educate you and walk you through the home-buying process so you can … Read More

5 Tips for an Open House

October 17, 2016

By: Dan Brown Whether using a real estate agent or not, if you’re a homeowner looking to sell your home, you may want to consider having an open house. While some argue that this strategy can be overly time consuming and potentially costly, due to the planning involved, these types of events do actually yield … Read More

Financing a Beach House

August 18, 2016

Tired of spending your summers commuting back and forth between your full-time residence and your beach rental? Maybe the thought of investing in a second home has crossed your mind. Aside from giving you a vacation destination without the hassle of renting, buying a home at the beach can also deliver a valuable long-term return on investment … Read More