by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 29, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, Uncategorized
Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process. It’s one of the key factors lenders look at to determine which loan options you qualify for and what your terms might be. But there’s a myth about credit scores that may be holding some buyers back. The...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 29, 2025 | Buying Tips, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers
A recent report from Realtor.com says 20% of Americans don’t think homeownership is achievable. Maybe you feel the same way. With inflation driving up day-to-day expenses, saving enough to buy your first home is more of a challenge. But here’s the thing. With the...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 24, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers
Today, 17% of homebuyers are choosing multi-generational homes — that’s when you buy a house with your parents, adult children, or even distant relatives. What makes that noteworthy is that 17% is actually the highest level ever recorded by the National Association of...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 17, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers
With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance (DPA) programs has grown...
by Jorge E. Hidalgo | Jan 17, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers
Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be. By understanding the costs you may encounter upfront, you can take control of the process. Here are just a few things experts say you should be thinking about as you plan...
