by karendouglas | Mar 15, 2020 | Buying a Home, Mortgage Loans
Are you looking to buy a house, but struggling to come up with the money for a down payment? Read on to discover how to save for a down payment… While many people think you need to save 20 percent for your down payment, the truth is, you need to save much less....
by karendouglas | Sep 30, 2019 | Buying a Home, Mortgage Loans
Understanding the most common reasons a mortgage is denied can help you avoid them. Even if a buyer is pre-approved for a mortgage prior to house hunting, it’s not a guarantee the funds will be there when they find their dream home. Many real estate deals fall through...
by karendouglas | Aug 12, 2019 | Va Loan
Our veterans help guarantee all the freedoms and benefits we have in this country. In return, Congress initiated the home loan for vets, VA home loan, program around the time of World War II. Millions of veterans are eligible and can benefit from the following...
by karendouglas | Oct 10, 2018 | Housing Predictions, Video Diary
After several years of a smoking hot real estate market, the Bay Area housing market is starting to take a turn. No, we are not in a bubble. Prices are not going to plummet. Inventory has increased along with rising interest rates, and buyers are becoming...
by karendouglas | Aug 30, 2018 | Buying a Home
Are you planning to settle down? Or are you a working professional who wants to invest in a new property? Certainly, you’ll be excited about being a first-time buyer. Becoming the owner of a house is a very common goal. First-time home buyers can often...