by Stig Bergquist | Nov 15, 2023 | Advice For Buyers, Buyers, Buying a Home, Down Payments, Mortgage Rates
Getting the best mortgage rate can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. However, finding the best rate is not always easy, as different lenders may offer different rates and terms. Here are some tips on how to get the best mortgage rate, based on...
by Stig Bergquist | Sep 17, 2023 | Advice For Buyers, Budget Statistics, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, Home Buyers, Home Buying
Programs: So, you’ve got your eyes set on owning a house, but the big bad down payment is standing in your way. You’ve probably heard that banks usually want a hefty 20% of the home’s price upfront. Anything less, and you’ll likely end up shelling out for private...
by Stig Bergquist | Jun 19, 2023 | Buyers, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re planning to buy your first home, then you’re probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a big purchase. One of the expenses that may be at the top of your mind is your down payment. If you’re intimidated by how much you need to save for...
by Stig Bergquist | May 31, 2023 | Buyers, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers
Buying your first home is an exciting decision and a major milestone that has the power to change your life for the better. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a vision you can bring to life, but, as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shares, you’ll have to...
by Stig Bergquist | Apr 12, 2023 | Buyer, Buying Myths, Down Payments
Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a variety of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But there’s good news – your tax refund can help you achieve your goals by paying for some of these expenses....
by Stig Bergquist | Feb 8, 2023 | Advice For Buyers, Advice for Homeowners, Building Costs, Costs, Down Payments, Economic Factors, Home Buying, Home Value
Buying a home is one of the most exciting – and stressful – things you can do. There are so many things to think about and keep track of, and mistakes are easy. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the seven deadly sins of home-buying – from not getting pre-approved for a...
