by Jenn Wayboer | Aug 29, 2018 | Purchase, Renter
Around 10% of all U.S. workers are self-employed. There’s an idea floating around out there that it’s much harder to get a mortgage if you’re a business owner. That’s not true, but there are a few things to keep in mind, and you’ll need to provide some extra paperwork...
by Jenn Wayboer | Jul 24, 2018 | Purchase, Renter
You’re ready to get a mortgage and suddenly you start hearing and seeing all of these terms you’ve never heard before—APR, DTI, due diligence. What do they all mean, and most important, what do they all mean for your mortgage? Just a little knowledge will help you...
by Jenn Wayboer | Jul 10, 2018 | Purchase, Renter
Most people buy a home with someone else, though there are more single homebuyers than ever before, especially women. Often, it’s a married couple buying a home, but there are also many unmarried couples and partners who aren’t romantically involved who are taking the...
by Jenn Wayboer | Jun 27, 2018 | Homeowner, Purchase, Renter
One of the biggest unknowns for many homeowners and potential homeowners is the real cost of maintaining a home. There are all kinds of expenses when you own a home, and it’s wise to plan for them in advance so that you’re not scrambling for money when something comes...
by Jenn Wayboer | Jun 12, 2018 | Purchase, Renter
One of the most important things you should do as you go through the process of buying a home is hire a home inspector to make sure it’s in great shape. Even though this is technically an optional expense, it’s not something you should ever go without. The house could...
by Jenn Wayboer | May 23, 2018 | Purchase
Sometimes people are confused about the differences between FHA and conventional loans. In some cases, an FHA loan can help you buy a home sooner than you’d be able to buy with a conventional loan. Paperwork and processing times for both loan types are roughly the...
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