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Home Buying Options for Teachers

Home Buying Options for Teachers

Public school teachers are in high demand right now. A recent study estimates that there are 36,000 open teacher positions across the U.S. right now. Perhaps the rising teacher shortage is due to the extra stresses placed on educators because of the COVID

Oct 20, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

HUD Homes - Another Option for Buyers and Investors

HUD Homes - Another Option for Buyers and Investors

In today’s competitive housing market, it is smart to look at all the possible avenues for becoming a homeowner. Especially if you are a first-time buyer or have less-than-perfect credit, it can be difficult to break into the market. One option you could

Oct 11, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

What Tax Deductions are Available to Homeowners?

What Tax Deductions are Available to Homeowners?

If you are interested in becoming a homeowner, you may want to know how buying a home will affect your annual taxes. There used to be a lot of talk about homeownership tax deductions, so will your taxes go down after buying a house? Here’s the scoop: Afte

Oct 04, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

Should I Buy a Home Now or Continue Renting?

Should I Buy a Home Now or Continue Renting?

On your path to homeownership, you may be unsure when it makes the most financial sense to take the plunge. Monthly mortgage payments can sometimes be more expensive than rent prices, and there are additional costs associated with owning a home. While tha

Sep 29, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

Understanding LTV Ratios

Understanding LTV Ratios

LTV Defined The loan-to-value ratio is the comparison of the mortgage balance to the market value of the home. It is calculated by dividing your loan amount by the value of the property you currently own or the one you want to buy. For example, you want t

Sep 22, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

How A Bridge Loan Can Help You Build a New Home

How A Bridge Loan Can Help You Build a New Home

In today’s housing market with sparse inventory, many people are opting for new builds or even to build their own custom homes.  If you’re interested in building on a piece of property but unsure how to afford the cost until you sell your current home, a

Sep 13, 2022 | Purchasing a Home