
How the NAR Settlement Affects Home Buyers
In light of the recent settlement between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the plaintiffs represented by class-action attorneys, home buyers need...

Should I Buy a House with a Pool?
When deciding on whether a pool should be on your house hunting wish list, balance these two factors: Any increase in the value of the house will be less than what it...

Pre-Qualification, Pre-Approval, Pre-Underwriting
When you create an offer on a house, the Seller is going to ask you to prove that your mortgage will close on time. All you need is a pre-qualification, right? Nope....

How Do I Get a Pre-Approval?
Getting a pre-approval will help a buyer get their offer accepted. It’s simple; the seller wants to know that the buyer’s mortgage will close on time. That means a...