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Helpful resource articles about the real estate transaction process, for both buyers and sellers, so they can fee informed and empowered to make the best decisions possible.

What is a CMA?

What is a CMA?

If you're selling your home, you need to make sure it's priced accurately. This is where a CMA helps. Here's how.

Scott Castillo
Renovation Loans: What Homebuyers Need to Know

Renovation Loans: What Homebuyers Need to Know

Did you know if you want to make renovations or repairs to your home, you can take out renovation loans to help? Learn more about this loan type.

Myron Lo
What is a Bridge Loan?

What is a Bridge Loan?

You may be wondering what a bridge loan is, how it works, and if it's right for you. Here's everything you need to know about this loan type.

Tom Monaghan
4 Things to Consider When Choosing a Mortgage Lender

4 Things to Consider When Choosing a Mortgage Lender

Selecting the best lender for your mortgage is a critical part of preparing to buy a home. Here are four things to consider when choosing a mortgage lender.

Tom Monaghan
You're Selling Your Home: Here's What You Should Know About Inspections

You're Selling Your Home: Here's What You Should Know About Inspections

Home inspections can be stressful. But knowing what to expect, how it works, and how it can impact your sale can help you feel more prepared.

Shawn Smith
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5 Hidden Home Costs You’ll Want to Remember

Don’t miss five potentially hidden costs you’ll want to keep top of mind when you sell your home.

Tom Monaghan
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What Are Mortgage Points?

As you prep to finance the purchase of your home, you must know about mortgage points. Learn what they are, how they work, and what you can do with both.

Myron Lo
Role of Home Appraisals: What Sellers Need to Know

The Role of Home Appraisals: What Sellers Need to Know

As you approach the sale of your home, a home appraisal is needed. Home appraisals can have impacts on sellers, so here’s what you need to know.

Tom Monaghan
When Do I Know It's the Right Time to Refinance My House?

When Do I Know It's the Right Time to Refinance My House?

The refinancing process offers benefits to homeowners. Here’s what you need to know about refinancing and how to decide if it’s the right time.

Scott Castillo
How to Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval

How to Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval

What is a mortgage pre-approval, and how do you get one? Learn how to prove your strength as a buyer with a mortgage pre-approval.

Tom Monaghan

What is Escrow When Buying a Home?

What is escrow for homebuyers? It includes opening an escrow account, getting the appraisal report, attending closing, and more.

Tom Monaghan

The Home Closing Process in 9 Easy Steps

After the buyer and seller have come to an initial agreement on the listing’s transaction terms, the home closing process is the final step to lock in the deal. Typically, it takes an average of 43 days to close on a home [https://myhome.freddiemac.com/blog/homeownership/20190521_shbs_closing_day.page] since there are many steps involved in the closing process. To help you prepare for closing, here is an outline of the home closing process in nine simple steps. #1. Enter into Escrow to Initi

Amber Martinez
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