House Buying Tips

Grantor Vs. Grantee: What’s The Difference?

When you're approaching the closing table and the title search is complete, you're going to see the deed to the…

2 years ago

What is an Appraisal Contingency?

An appraisal contingency is a clause in a purchase contract that allows a home buyer to back out of the…

2 years ago

What Quiet Titles and Quiet Title Actions Are

A “quiet title” is a name given to a legal proceeding that takes place in civil court when someone makes…

2 years ago

Pre-Foreclosure, Auction, REO: What’s the Difference?

The differences between pre-foreclosures, foreclosure auctions, and REO foreclosures (real estate owned) is that each one is a step in…

2 years ago

What Is An FHA Loan?

An FHA loan is a type of mortgage that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration (a department of HUD)…

2 years ago

What is a Cash Offer on a House? Should You Consider It?

Have you received a cash offer on your house and aren’t sure what to do?  We can help. When you…

2 years ago

Townhouse Vs. Condo: Which is a Better Investment and Why?

Whether you're looking to invest and earn a profit, or you are shopping for your new home, choosing between a…

2 years ago

An Easy Guide to 8288 Tax Forms And Why They Matter

While shopping for a home, you may come across a property owned by someone that lives overseas.  If you purchase…

2 years ago

Rent-To-Own Homes: What They Are And How They Work

A traditional mortgage isn’t always an option for everyone.  If you need time to build up your credit score, have…

2 years ago

Real Estate Purchasing Agreements Explained

You're purchasing a home and are in the midst of negotiations when all of a sudden a real estate purchasing…

2 years ago