How Does Someone Buy a Second Home? For a lot of people, owning a second home means owning a vacation home. Unless you've won the lottery, you’ll likely need a second mortgage to purchase one, and that can be expensive. Cost is why a vacation home remains ... More
Overwhelming. Stressful. Panic inducing. Exciting. Exhilarating. Fun. This combination of emotions isn’t unusual for homebuyers, whether you’re a first-time buyer or selling your current home while finding your next one. It takes a ... More
When inventory is low, buyers need to have patience and a plan when pursuing their dream house in a tight market. You want to be able to strike quickly with a competitive offer and have a backup plan if you lose your bid, ... More
Whether you like to plan far in advance or set out with only a map, your first move in your homebuying adventure should always be to talk to a personal loan officer More
A growing family doesn’t necessarily need to start looking for a larger home. The best home option could often be the one you are already living in, providing you can afford to make a few renovations. In many situations, it’s more ... More
If this is your first time buying a house, you might not be familiar with the term: contingency offer. In fact, you might not even understand the offer process at all, so let’s start there. Step one, More
Let’s say you’re ready to buy a new home and at the same time need to sell your old home. When you make the offer on your next dream house, you may need to add a More
Do Second-Time Homebuyers Need a Down Payment? The quick answer is yes, it is almost certain that you will need a down payment. How much do you have to put down on a second home? That answer will depend ... More
