If you’re ready to pursue buying a home, but you’re self-employed, you might be wondering how the process will differ for you. A lot of the information you find online might not apply in your scenario, as someone who is financing ready for homeownership...
For many hopeful first time homebuyers, the idea of adding PMI (private mortgage insurance) to the expense of owning a home is unwelcome. We get it. We’ve heard buyers say it feels like paying for nothing, or that they feel frustrated when it changes the home...
Are you ready to buy your first home and become a homeowner? Buying your first home can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. As a mortgage lender, I’ve helped countless first-time buyers navigate the process, and I’m here to break it down into clear,...
If you’re preparing to buy a home, one of the most important first steps is getting pre-approved for a mortgage. Not only does a pre-approval provide you with a clear understanding of your budget, but it also signals to sellers that you’re a serious buyer....
If you want to buy a luxury home, it’s important to know that the financing process can be slightly more complex than for a standard home purchase. In most cases, you will encounter something called a jumbo loan. But what exactly is a jumbo loan, and how does it...