Q. My wife (28) and I (27) just got married and we are hoping to buy a small starter house sometime in the next three years. We’ve discussed finances [a lot] so we feel ahead of the curve there. I make $65,000 a year as an engineer and she makes … [Read more...]
So, You Want a Mortgage? What You’ll Need to Get Approved Fast
August 15, 2012 by
There’s no question, it’s a good time to get a mortgage. Average rates on 30-year fixed-rate loans are around or under 3.5 percent, according to BankRate.com. Although a couple years ago when 30-year mortgage rates were around 4 or 5 percent, … [Read more...]
Moving Advice: How To Save On Your Next Move
July 24, 2012 by
What qualifies me to give moving advice? Well, since graduating from college, I’ve moved four times. (In my entire life, make that 10 moves.) Some of my friends have moved twice as much or more in their lifetime. And if you’re in a military … [Read more...]
How to Sublet Your Apartment Safely (And More)
June 18, 2012 by
If you’re a college student, recent grad, or anyone living in a big city, you’re no stranger to sublets: Apartments that one tenant subleases to somebody else, often for a short period of time (such as a summer break). Although the concept of … [Read more...]
Renter’s Insurance: When You Need It and How To Get It
May 29, 2012 by
Fire. Theft. Vandalism. Flooding. Scary, right? Although we hope it won't happen to us, anybody could be a disaster victim. And that's why home owners have insurance---to protect the roof over our heads and replace possessions in case the … [Read more...]
The Consequences of Walking Away From a Mortgage
May 11, 2012 by
I hope this post doesn’t apply to you. That is, I hope you’re not in---or at risk of---foreclosure. We all know there are still a lot of foreclosures out there. As a Realtor, it’s especially obvious. Every time I drive to one of my short … [Read more...]
