Author: Lynda Ernst Whery

Buying a home is a significant financial commitment. But if you're planning to buy a house, you'll probably need to secure a mortgage. And while comparing mortgage rates is an excellent first step, applying for and getting a mortgage is the most crucial part of the process. While...

You’ve finally found your dream home- congrats! The house checks all your boxes: it’s the right size and style, and to make things even better, your offer was accepted by the seller! The next step in your homebuying journey is the home inspection. A home inspection is an exce...

When buying a home, everyone has their own priorities. But having written priorities is an  excellent way to guide you through the process without overlooking any features that are crucial to you and your loved ones. Understanding which features mean the most will help elimin...

In this ever-changing real estate market, the decision to rent or buy a home can be as confusing as ever. Remote work, rent increases, climbing mortgage rates, and changing lifestyles are all now aspects to be considered when making this critical decision. But ultimately, which i...

In the real estate world, savvy buyers understand that knowing a property’s days on the market is absolutely essential intel. That’s because the number of days a home spends on the market directly influences the home’s price. Besides, this information can be used to your be...

Congratulations! You’ve finally decided to do it: You’re going to take the plunge and buy your first home! You apply for a mortgage, only to receive word that your application has been denied. While that can be disappointing, one roadblock doesn’t mean the end of homeowners...

You’re home-hunting, and you find a shockingly affordable property. It’s an ideal style; even better, it’s a bargain. You think the deal is almost too good to be true when you see a vital caveat: selling as is. Red flags may pop into your head, and you assume it can only be...

Buying a house is one of the most exciting things you can do in life. It's also likely the most expensive. And unless you have lots of cash, you'll need to take out a loan to help finance the home purchase. Unfortunately, applying for a mortgage can be nerve-wracking, especially ...

Investing in real estate offers a unique combination of steady cash flow, safe investment, and strong odds of high capital gains. And a well-planned and well-executed real estate investment can generate an ongoing passive income for years to come. It has also proven to be an exce...

When buying a home, you can expect to pay closing costs between 1% -3%. Typically, closing costs are the final payments made when a home is transferred from one owner to another. It represents the consummation of the sale, accompanies the final signing of documents, and allows mo...