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How To Get Your House Ready To Sell

Home Buying - 9-minute read

Andrew Dehan - February 19, 2023

Getting ready to put your home on the market? There are a few steps you can take to bring in the best offers.

Intent To Occupy Letter: What It Is And How To Write One

Home Buying - 3-minute read

Andrew Dehan - February 19, 2023

To qualify for some mortgages, your lender may need a letter of your intent to occupy the property. Learn what the letter should include and how to write it.

Buying Landlocked Property: What You Should Know

Home Buying - 6-minute read

Andrew Dehan - February 19, 2023

Landlocked property has no direct access to a public street unless by passing through the area. Read our article on how to get an easement for your property.

How To Understand Your Mineral Rights

Home Buying - 5-minute read

Andrew Dehan - February 18, 2023

Mineral rights are the ownership rights to exploit from properties that contain valuable minerals. Before buying a property, learn what mineral rights you have.

What Is A Zombie Foreclosure?

Home Buying - 4-minute read

Andrew Dehan - February 17, 2023

Zombie foreclosures are why you shouldn't vacate your home before a foreclosure is complete. Learn what zombie homes are and how they can come back to bite you.

Zoom Towns Are On The Rise: Is This Lifestyle Right For You?

Home Buying - 4-minute read

Andrew Dehan - February 17, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic led to the rise of zoom towns as remote workers desired new living situations. Find out if buying a house in a zoom town is right for you.

How Does Climate Change Affect Real Estate Prices?

Home Buying - 8-minute read

Andrew Dehan - February 15, 2023

As a homeowner, it’s important to consider how climate change hazards will affect your house. Learn about the impact of climate change on real estate prices.

Freddie Mac: What Is The Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC)?

Mortgage Basics - 3-minute read

Andrew Dehan - January 12, 2023

Freddie Mac is a government-sponsored agency charged with keeping mortgage markets liquid. Learn more about FHLMC – and how it impacts home buyers and sellers.

A Guide To The Housing Expense Ratio

Home Buying - 3-minute read

Andrew Dehan - January 12, 2023

Wondering how mortgage lenders calculate the housing expense ratio? Learn how to find your results by comparing your housing expenses to your pre-tax income.

What Age Can You Buy A House? A Legal And Practical Look At The Question

Home Buying - 3-minute read

Andrew Dehan - January 11, 2023

Wondering how old you have to be to buy a house? Discover the legal and practical considerations for young homebuyers.

The Best Offers Come With A Verified Approval Letter

Mortgage Basics - 2-minute read

Andrew Dehan - January 11, 2023

A Verified Approval Letter shows your offer should be taken seriously. Learn how a VAL can be the advantage that gets your home offer accepted.

Escrow: What Is It And How Does It Work?

Mortgage Basics - 8-Minute Read

Andrew Dehan - October 25, 2022

Escrow is important to estate transactions, but what is it? Read on for a deep dive into escrow, how it works and why it matters when buying or selling a home.

A Guide To Investing In An Opportunity Zone

Home Buying - 4-minute read

Andrew Dehan - April 18, 2022

What are opportunity zones, and how do they work? Read on to learn more about the community development program and its investment opportunities.