What to Know about Closing on a Home
From the buyer and the seller to the Real Estate Agent and the Loan Officer, closing on a home has different implications for different individuals.
- Oct. 7, 2021
- Home Life
Brian Harris
Editor, New American Funding
Posts by Brian Harris
11 Things to Do Before Buying a House
Buying a house can be an exciting time. While it’s one of life’s more important decisions, it can be accomplished simply with some basic preparation.
- Sep. 16, 2021
- Home Life
What is the Cost to Refinance a Mortgage and the Break-Even Point?
With rates so low, you may have wondered what the cost to refinance your mortgage is? The answer is that every refinance is unique, depending on your credit score, your income level, and whether you have a low loan-to-value ratio.
- Jun. 17, 2021
- Home Loans
How to Buy a Home in a Seller's Market
In many parts of the country, potential homebuyers are noticing the low number of homes for sale. According to many real estate analysts, the situation looks like it’s not going to change any time soon, as more Millennials decide they are ready to make their move into homeownership.
- Jun. 3, 2021
- Personal Finance
Real Estate Investing 101
At some point, you’ve probably heard some talk about investing in real estate, and you may have wondered if it was right for you.
- Apr. 7, 2021
- Real Estate Tips
How to Create a Personal or Household Budget in 2021
Whether you are trying to build credit, pay off student debt, or are looking to buy a house or condo, having a personal or household budget in place for your finances is a smart move.
- Mar. 25, 2021
- Personal Finance
Buying a Home in a Different State - What You Need to Know in 2021
Interested in buying a home out of state? This can be a challenging process, especially if you don't know the area well. As more employees are working from home and moving into more affordable housing markets, relocating is becoming a real possibility.
- Feb. 5, 2021
- Real Estate Tips
How to Stop Paying Mortgage Insurance
When buying a home, your focus is often on getting the deal done with as low a down payment as possible.
- Jan. 29, 2021
- Personal Finance
Forecasting the 2021 Housing Market
It’s a New Year and that means bold new predictions for what 2021 may hold for the housing market. While there’s no way to absolutely know what’s ahead, there are some trends and signs that may offer a glimpse of what factors might impact the housing market this year, as well as few constants.
- Jan. 27, 2021
- Mortgage News
Homeownership Trivia: 12 Facts to Share
In honor of National Trivia Day, here are a dozen interesting facts about homeownership that may surprise you…or at least they will provide you with some memorable minutiae to use throughout the day.
- Jan. 4, 2021
- Home Life