by Marti Reeder | Jan 2, 2017 | Appraisal, Budgeting, Closing Costs, Down Payment, Finance, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Inspection, Interest Rates, Mortgage, Taxes, Taxes, Title Insurance
Many homebuyers and home sellers believe they need at least a 20% down payment in order to buy a home or to move on to their next home. There are many loan programs where you can put down as little as 3% – or even 0% with a VA loan. If you have saved up your...
by Marti Reeder | Jul 11, 2016 | Closing Costs, Credit, Disclosures, Down Payment, Finance, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Interest Rates, Mortgage, PMI, Reporter, Taxes, Taxes, Title Insurance
What You Need to Know about Mortgage & Closing Costs Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned homeowner ready for your next home, it is important to understand mortgage and closing costs. Here are some frequently asked questions to help you better...
by Marti Reeder | Jul 4, 2016 | Closing Costs, Disclosures, Finance, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Real Estate, Reporter
Buying a home is a lengthy, complex process, including the ins and outs of escrow. Our friends at Rainier Title have provided this handy infographic to explain it all. Have questions? Ask your favorite Realtor. She can help! Compliments of Rainier Title
by Marti Reeder | Apr 17, 2016 | Closing Costs, Credit, Down Payment, Finance, Interest Rates, Mortgage, Reporter
This is our second blog post to celebrate National Financial Literacy Month and to help put (or keep) you on the road to financial success. Shopping for a new home is such an exciting process – touring other homes, imagining yourself and your family living in them,...
by Marti Reeder | Mar 28, 2016 | Closing Costs, Down Payment, Finance, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Mortgage, Renting vs. Buying, Reporter
With 11 years as a Realtor® and 30 years of related industry experience, I’ve heard just about every question you can imagine from first-time homebuyers. Here are some of the most common questions I get along with the answers. I hope you find them helpful. Why should...
by Marti Reeder | Nov 23, 2015 | Closing Costs, Disclosures, Finance, Interest Rates, Mortgage, News, Reporter
Starting October 3, mortgage lenders are required to start using new consumer disclosure forms that break down the costs and terms associated with home loans, said the New York Times. The new rules are designed to make the mortgage loan process more transparent and...