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4 Signs You're Purchasing a Home in a Growing Community

January 06, 2020 Home Loans, Purchase a Home

When you buy a home, you're making a big commitment, not only to the house, but to the community. After you've made sure the foundation of your dream home is solid and you have all the things you...

5 of the Fastest Growing Florida Communities

November 11, 2019 Home Loans, Purchase a Home

In 2016, Florida was the fourth fastest growing state in the nation, and it shows no signs of slowing down over the next few years. Florida, like the other states on Forbes' list, is experiencing an...

Options For New Construction Mortgage Loans

March 22, 2019 The Loan Process, Home Loans, Non Traditional Loans

During the calendar year 2017, Florida issued more than 85,000 new permits for single family construction according to data provided by the National Association for Home Builders (NAHB). This means...

USDA Loans: A Good Zero Down Option for First Time Homebuyers

February 27, 2019 Home Loans, Purchase a Home, Mortgage

Many prospective first-time homebuyers fear that the dream of homeownership is out of reach. Certain factors, such as lack of down payment, poor credit, or low income may seem like insurmountable...

5 Reasons to Avoid Traditional Bank Loans When Purchasing a Home

January 14, 2019 The Loan Process, Home Loans, Non Traditional Loans

Purchasing a home is a big decision. From the right neighborhood to the perfect home for your family, you want to make sure that you do everything exactly right--including choosing the right mortgage...

5 Tips for College Graduates Ready to Buy a Home

November 26, 2018 Home Loans, Purchase a Home

You've passed one major milestone in your life--graduating from college--and now, you're ready for another: buying your own home. Owning your home, rather than renting, has a number of key advantages...

5 Promises Bad Mortgage Lenders Make...But Can’t

November 12, 2018 The Loan Process, Home Loans, Mortgage

When you're ready to get a mortgage, you want to make sure you're getting the best possible deal: amazing rates, low payments, and the other factors that work for you when you close on your home....

Pros and Cons of Buying a Foreclosed Home

September 05, 2018 Home Loans, Purchase a Home

If you are looking at the possibility of buying a foreclosed home, you must first take into consideration a few things. While foreclosed homes are often bargains, they come with some costs too. When...

5 Step Guide to Help Increase Your Credit Score for Home Buying

July 10, 2018 The Loan Process, Home Loans, Purchase a Home

Owning a home is a dream for many renters. If you have decided that it is time to stop renting and invest in a place you can call your own, you may be wondering how you can get started on this...

Buying vs. Renting a Home: Which is Better?

July 05, 2018 Home Loans, Purchase a Home

When you decide that it’s time to start looking for a place to call home, you’ll start considering all of the options that you have. One of the biggest decisions for people is whether to buy or rent...

Category: home-loans

4 Signs You're Purchasing a Home in a Growing Community

5 of the Fastest Growing Florida Communities

Options For New Construction Mortgage Loans

USDA Loans: A Good Zero Down Option for First Time Homebuyers

5 Reasons to Avoid Traditional Bank Loans When Purchasing a Home

5 Tips for College Graduates Ready to Buy a Home

5 Promises Bad Mortgage Lenders Make...But Can’t

Pros and Cons of Buying a Foreclosed Home

5 Step Guide to Help Increase Your Credit Score for Home Buying

Buying vs. Renting a Home: Which is Better?

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