What is an HOA? A beginner’s guide to homeowners associations
What is an HOA? A beginner's guide to homeowners associations Are you considering buying a home in a community with an HOA? According to HOA-USA, [...]
Your guide to buying a fixer-upper
Your guide to buying a fixer-upper If you’d like a home with a lower purchase price or your budget doesn't allow you to purchase a [...]
What’s the difference between a condo and an apartment?
What’s the difference between a condo and an apartment? When deciding whether to buy a condo or rent an apartment, it’s helpful to understand the [...]
What is LTV or loan-to-value ratio on a mortgage?
What is LTV or loan-to-value ratio on a mortgage? From ARM to VA, there are dozens of abbreviations related to the mortgage process. Understanding this [...]
What is a down payment?
What is a down payment? A down payment on a house is a portion of your home purchase price that you pay up front. If [...]
5 tax benefits of buying a home
5 tax benefits of buying a home The tax benefits of buying a home are one of the many advantages of homeownership vs. renting. Tax [...]
Mortgage help programs and assistance
Mortgage help programs and assistance We recognize that, while COVID-19 has impacted all our daily lives and habits, it may have far-reaching consequences in many [...]
How Guild is creating a new norm with eClosings and Digital Mortgages
How Guild is creating a new norm with eClosings and Digital Mortgages Today, almost every step required to purchase a home can be completed online. [...]
Refinancing your home: the benefits, pros and cons
Refinancing your home: the benefits, pros and cons Are you considering refinancing your home loan while 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are at historic lows? You’re [...]
How to write a winning real estate offer letter
How to write a winning real estate offer letter If you’re thinking of buying a home in a competitive market, your real estate agent [...]