Real Estate Info

Notable Blog Topics

Mortgage Rates & Rate Shopping

• “Costco Mortgage Horror Story”
• 13 Factors That Impact Your Mortgage Rate
• 10 Myths About Mortgage Rates
• How Do Higher Rates Affect Buying Power?

Under-appraisal

• Appraisal Problems – 5 Options When Appraisals Come In Low

Private Mortgage Insurance

• 3 Ways to Avoid PMI When LTV Is Over 80%

How to Derail an Otherwise Smooth Escrow

• Consult Lender Before Moving Money; Paper-Trailing Assets

Going Straight to a Listing Agent

• Buyers Going Straight To Listing Agents – Does It Work?

A Brutal Market for Buyers

• Homebuying Hell In 2021! A Real Homebuyer’s Story (It’s Motivational, I Promise)

Are We in a Bubble?

• #1 Reason We’re NOT In A Housing Bubble – And It Is NOT What You Think

The “Bank of Mom & Dad”

• 7 Ways Parents Can Help Kids Buy Homes
• Buying A Home For Your Child – Options?

Penny Wise, Pound Foolish

• Getting The “Best Deal” Cost Client $300,000; It’s %’s; Putting Money Where Your Mouth Is