FHA Loan vs Conventional Loan Which Mortgage is right for you when buying a home in Phoenix AZ? There’s no one-size-fits all when it comes to real estate mortgages. It depends on your situation and comfort level when paying for mortgage. For some borrowers a Federal Housing Administration-insured aka FHA loan will win hands down; […]
Pathway to Purchase Down Payment Assistance Program
Pathway to Purchase Down Payment Assistance Program – Up to 10% Grant for targeted Arizona Communities The Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH), acting jointly with the Arizona Home Foreclosure Prevention Funding Corporation (AHFPFC) and the Arizona Housing Finance Authority (AzHFA), to provide down payment assistance to qualified home buyers purchasing a primary residence in 17 […]
What is Title Insurance?
What is Title Insurance? What You Need to Know About Title Insurance Buying a home is probably the single biggest investment you will ever make. Before closing on the house, you’ll want to know that no other individual or entity has a right, lien or claim to the property. Determining that your rights and interests […]
What is the difference between Mortgage Pre-Qualification & Pre-Approval?
First time home buyer: What is the difference between Mortgage Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval? When you are buying home in Phoenix, your Real Estate Agent may ask you whether you had pre-qualified or pre-approved for mortgage. So, what’s the different between Mortgage Pre-qualification and Mortgage Pre-approved? Photo by Precondo CA on Unsplash What is Mortgage Pre-Qualification? […]
What is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)?
First Time Home Buyer: What is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) When Buying a House? When you buy a house in Phoenix AZ and you are getting mortgage, your lender will look at the amount of your down payment compared to the sales price. This is to determine your loan to value ratio aka LTV ratio. […]
Infographic 9 Steps Buying A Home in Phoenix AZ
Infographic 9 Steps Buying A Home in Phoenix AZ Wondering how much house you can afford? Click here to access the Mortgage House Payment Calculator. Simply add in the price of the home you are considering and the calculator will return your estimated house payment. Change length of loan and interest rates to adjust results. […]
AZ Home Plus Home Loan Program Down Payment Assistance Program
Arizona Home Plus Home Loan Program Down Payment Assistance Program The Arizona Housing Finance Authority (AzHFA) operates on behalf of the Arizona Department of Housing to assist creditworthy renters who can afford a mortgage but lack the resources for a down payment. The AzHFA Home Plus Home Loan Program provides an attractive 30-year fixed-rate mortgage […]
How to Be a Respectful Home Buyer
How to Be a Respectful Home Buyer When a home is on the market, the seller’s privacy goes out the window. It is almost guaranteed that some buyers will open drawers, peek inside cabinets and touch items that are obviously personal and not included in the sale. Coming home from work to find that the […]
3 Tips for Moving With Kids
3 Tips for Moving With Kids Moving is complex. Moving with children is even more challenging. Some of their anxieties and fears over relocating may seem petty to adults, but they are nevertheless real. You could probably tell your children they are moving to Disneyland and, after the initial ecstasy wore off, they’d still feel […]
Should I Sell My House Before Buying New One?
Should I Sell My House Before Buying New One in today’s market in Arizona? If you are a current homeowner that wants to purchase a new home, you’re most likely asking yourself a question common to folks in your situation: Should I sell before I buy? The answer to that question depends on several factors. […]