Tag: advice for buying a home

How to get pre-approved for a mortgage

Things to avoid when buying a home in Michigan.

If you are new to the home-buying process, you are probably aware that one of the best first courses of action is to get pre-approved before you start house hunting. So, you head to your bank or financial institution, but you have no idea what goes into the process of pre-approval. What do you need… Read more »

Why You Shouldn’t Buy The Cheapest Home

If you don’t have a lot of money and you’re in the market for a new house, you may be tempted to buy the cheapest home you find with the intention of fixing it up. However, just because a house is cheap doesn’t mean it’s a wise investment. Here are a few things to watch… Read more »

15 vs. 30-Year Loan: Which is right for me?

What’s the deal with 15 and 30-year mortgage loan rates? If you’ve ever shopped around for a new mortgage, you’ve seen lenders advertising rates for both. There are pros and cons to both, depending on what you want to do with the mortgage. But there’s also the unknown fact that “15 to 30” aren’t the… Read more »

Tips for First Time Homebuyers

If you are a first time homebuyer, the process of buying a house can seem overwhelming and even complicated, however just like anything important in life, you must take the necessary steps to get through it. Here are some important steps to follow before and you buy your first home. Get your credit in order… Read more »