They sound so close, but they are two different steps in the home-buying process: Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval. So what’s the difference, and how can you keep ‘em straight?  First up, pre-qualification. If you’re like us, you’ve used all kinds of online tools and calculators to get a better handle on your finances. A pre-qualification is […]

It’s all the things…farmer’s markets, feet in the sand, family vacay, fireworks, flip-flops….I could go on and on!⁣ ⁣But hot summer days also mean homeowners need to give attention to a few time-sensitive tasks around the house. ⁣ ⁣No need to stress—knock ‘em out early in the season and then get those toes back in […]

Spring is here! That means it’s time to get after some home maintenance projects. A few ideas to get you started: Indoors: Get down and dirty by scrubbing those baseboards, trim, doors, walls, and handles. Scared to look at those air filters after the long winter? Take a deep breath and swap them out with […]

The level of equity homeowners have is at an all-time high. According to the U.S. Census, over 38% of owner-occupied homes are owned free and clear, meaning they don’t have a mortgage. Those with a mortgage are seeing their equity skyrocket too. Every time real estate values increase, homeowners get a dollar-for-dollar gain in their […]