Mortgage Blog
Let us bring you home
Category: Real Estate (18 posts)
New Year, New Home Goals: Essential Home Maintenance Tips for 2025
January 8, 2025 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Happy New Year, homeowners! As we enter 2025, it's an ideal time to establish new home goals and ensure that your sanctuary stays comfortable, safe, and valuable. Whether you're a first-time homeowner ...
read more
Preparing for a Home Purchase in 2025
December 27, 2024 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Preparing for a home purchase in 2025 may sound far off, but getting your finances in order now can provide a sense of relief when the time comes to make your move. As a mortgage professional, I've ...
read more
How Long Does a Home Appraisal Take? Understanding the Appraisal Process
December 1, 2024 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
How Long Does a Home Appraisal Take? Understanding the Appraisal Process If you're entering the world of home buying or refinancing, you may have encountered the term "home appraisal." While it m ...
read more5 Ways to Navigate Buying Your First Investment Property in the U.S. Housing Market
November 13, 2024 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Investing in real estate can be a great way to build wealth and generate long-term income. For many first-time investors, purchasing an investment property can seem daunting, especially with the compl ...
read more
What to Expect at Real Estate Closing: A Complete Guide
October 22, 2024 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
The real estate closing is the final phase in buying or selling a home, where ownership officially transfers from seller to buyer. For many, it's an exciting and nerve-wracking moment because it's the ...
read more
Smart Winterizing: Cost-Saving Tips for Homeowners
January 10, 2024 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
The winter months can impact both your comfort and your wallet. To protect your property and save money, you may want to think about winterizing your home. These practical, cost-effective tips wil ...
read more
Unlocking the Door to Your Dream Home: Exploring First-Time Homebuyer Options
September 27, 2023 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Unlocking the Door to Your Dream Home: Exploring First-Time Homebuyer Options Home Sweet Home: these three words hold a special place in our hearts. Owning a home is a dream many of us aspire to ...
read more
Home Valuation and Appraisals: Unveiling the Mechanics, Influencing Factors, and Value-Boosting Tips
August 9, 2023 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Home Valuation and Appraisals: Unveiling the Mechanics, Influencing Factors, and Value-Boosting Tips The process of buying, selling, or refinancing a home involves a critical component that can gre ...
read more
Catching Up on Retirement with an Income Property: A Wise Investment Strategy
June 21, 2023 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
As the retirement landscape continues to evolve, many individuals find themselves concerned about the adequacy of their savings and the possibility of outliving their nest egg. However, there is a sol ...
read more
Benefits of Buying a New Home in the Summer
May 17, 2023 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Summertime brings sunny days, warm weather, and an ideal opportunity for house hunting. If you're considering buying a new home, the summer months offer several advantages worth considering. In this ...
read more
5 Things NOT to do When Selling Your Home
March 16, 2023 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ...
read more_162731.jpg)
5 Things to Consider Before Flipping a House
January 17, 2023 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
House flipping can be a tempting way to make fast money, but not every fixer-upper has the potential to be profitable. Here's five things to consider before buying a property to flip. 1. Time Tele ...
read more
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process
November 30, 2022 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process Before making an offer on your dream house, here are the ten things you need to know about buying real estate to ensure your offer is solid. Buying real e ...
read more
10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor
November 9, 2022 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor Are you thinking about hiring a contractor before selling real estate? Here are ten important questions you should ask the contractor before signing a co ...
read more
Common Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them
October 12, 2022 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Mistakes That Can Make House Flipping a Flop Common Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them Making it in the world of house flipping means making sound and prudent decisions. Read on t ...
read more
How Many Homes Should You View Before Buying?
August 10, 2022 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
If you are beginning the home-buying process, you may begin to wonder how long it will take until you find the perfect home for you and your family. The answer to that varies due to different factors. ...
read moreTips for Buying Rental Investment Properties
July 6, 2022 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Most people float the idea of investment property around at some point in their life, and the growing popularity of real estate buy-and-flip shows only makes the prospect more enticing. However, befor ...
read more
5 Negotiation Secrets Smart Buyers Use to Get Better Deals
June 22, 2022 | Posted by: Ben Cohen
Being a buyer in today's real estate market can be challenging. The market is very competitive right now, making the average buyer feel like it is impossible to secure a good deal. Luckily, some trick ...
read more
Goodbye Paperwork.
Hello Quick Approval.
Save Your Time & Apply Online. Guaranteed Lowest Rates!