Category: Real Estate

When purchasing a home, buyers often ask how much money should be put down at closing. While 20 percent was long seen as the benchmark, there really is no right answer. With the variety of mortgage products available today, it ...

Get rid of clutter: Discard, donate or sell items that are no longer needed to make the home look more spacious. Clean: Wash floor boards, shampoo carpets, use a power washer to clean the exterior and do everything else needed to ...

Thirty-Year Rates Hit New Low; American Banker Mortgage rates on 30-year loans slid to a record low for the second straight week, lowering borrowing costs for homebuyers as demand slumps. Rates for 30-year fixed loans dropped to 4.58% in the week ...

For first time buyers or sellers, the world of real estate can seem overwhelming at times. There are often terms and concepts that are unfamiliar and can be confusing. There are resources available to help consumers become more familiar and ...

REAL TALK: Is a Condo Right for You? Condominium sales have been on a steady rise in many areas of the country. The two large groups of condominium buyers are couples whose children have left home and people buying a vacation ...