Monopoly made it seem so easy. But in real life, there’s no advancing to payday, and rent does not cost $16 in New York. In fact, the median cost of a two-bedroom apartment rental in the U.S. is $1,178. That’s 35%…
Mortgage Broker vs. Bank: Where Should You Get Your Next Home Loan? Mortgage Broker or Bank? Both of these options have benefits and drawbacks. It's important for you to do the research and determine which will benefit you the most!…
Millennials Still Prefer Agents Over Apps! In today's real estate market, millennials still prefer agents over apps, according to this article from MPA. In fact, according to recent survey results, "75% of respondents aged 18 to 34 said they would…
Does "Push Button, Get Mortgage" Really Work? You've probably heard or seen an ad for a mortgage company, touting the ability of a borrower to push a button and get a mortgage. This idea refers to the company's mobile phone…
Do Mortgage Companies Really Pay All Your Closing Costs? Mortgage companies have been claiming that they will “pay all your closing costs”. As a licensed mortgage loan originator, my first thought was “How are they able to do that?”…
Here are 4 Reasons to Refinance Your Mortgage, and soon! (article by Maurie Backman) Interest rates are going up. If you've been toying with the idea of refinancing, you may want to lock in a better rate before it's too late.…