You have outgrown the house you are in and find out you qualify for a mortgage that will let you upsize. Or, your kids have flown the nest and you are ready to sell the family home and downsize or, you may be a first-time home-buyer and need help deciding what you want. Whatever the reason for purchasing a home, it is important that you get a feel for what you want so you don't spin your wheels and waste time or end up with something you didn't really want. Open houses provide a... [read more]

People are in a home-buying frenzy now with home prices relatively low as are mortgage rates. Experts are predicting that more gains will be made within the housing market in the years ahead. Along with the hot home-buying market comes heavy competition for the homes and many are making all-cash offers. But, if you aren't familiar with all the complexities of purchasing a home, you may have future financial regrets. There are five top mistakes that first-time homebuyers often... [read more]