In order to make sure that your home stays in top shape, it helps to have a plan. Here is a monthly home maintenance task checklist.
3 Home Improvements That Can Help You Save Money
Here are three home improvements that you can do in order to save money in the long run.
Buying A New Home Can Lead To All Sorts Of Expenses You Didn’t Plan For
The home buying process can be an expensive one, but it may be even more expensive than you had planned for. Be ready and make a plan for un-planned expenses!
A Stressful Week: Moving, Finalizing Mortgage Approval And Two Closings In One Day
Completing the process of moving and closing the sale and purchase of two homes can be quite stressful. Here’s how the process went for us.
How To Appeal A Low Appraisal When Selling Your Home
What can you do when a home appraisal comes in low? What are your options?
How To Get Free Boxes And Other Moving Supplies
We’re trying to have a frugal move, and as such we’re trying to find as many moving supplies as we can for free. So where can you find free moving supplies?
How To Write A Gift Letter And What You Should Include
If you’ve received a cash gift to help with a down payment on a house, you may be required by your lender to send in a gift letter. What is it, and what is included?
10 Things To Consider When Buying Or Building A New Home
There are a lot of important things you need to think about before you buy or build a home. Here are some of the ones we’ll be considering.
Going Through The Mortgage Approval Process: Providing Documentation, Waiting And Stress
Going through the mortgage approval process can be a stressful process, especially when you’re also trying to sell your current home. Here’s the process as we’re experiencing it.
What Is Title Insurance And Do I Need It?
When purchasing a home you may be required to buy title insurance, but there are more than one kind. What are the kinds of title insurance, and is it a good idea?
When Should You Lock In A Mortgage Interest Rate? Pros And Cons Of Locking In Your Rate
There are quite a few things to consider when locking an interest rate on a mortgage. Today I thought we’d take a look at when you should lock and what some of the pros and cons of locking your rate are.
Buying A New House Is Not Cheap: Expenses Not To Forget When Buying A New House
When buying a new home there are a host of fees and expenses that most people aren’t aware of when they go in. Here’s a brief look at the expenses to expect when buying a new home.
Finding Happiness In Even The Worst Of Circumstances
This weekend the home that we’re building was vandalized. Seeing the damage made me realize just how temporary things of this life are, and how glad I am to have an eternal hope.
5 Mortgage Mistakes For First-Time Homebuyers To Avoid
If you are first-time homebuyer, you might be surprised at the pitfalls that can beset you. Here are 5 mortgage mistakes to avoid as a first-time homebuyer.