Home Buying Tips and Purchase Considerations

What Does it Mean When a Home is Under Contract?

What Does it Mean When a Home is Under Contract?

By John Chiappetta / May 31, 2023
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When you are looking for a home, you may have seen the words “under contract” or “pending” on a listing. This means that another buyer has made an offer on the home and the seller has accepted it. However, this…

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Understanding Your Mortgage Quote

Understanding Your Mortgage Quote

By John Chiappetta / May 24, 2023
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Buying a home is a significant financial commitment, and understanding your mortgage quote is crucial to avoid surprises down the line. Your lender will provide a mortgage quote based on various factors, and being aware of these elements can help…

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Best Loan Options for Experienced Home Buyers

Best Loan Options for Experienced Home Buyers

By John Chiappetta / May 19, 2023
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As an experienced home buyer, you have likely gained valuable insights and a deeper understanding of the mortgage landscape. With your previous experience, you may be ready to explore advanced loan options that cater to specific needs and situations. In…

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USDA Loans: An Affordable Loan Option

USDA Loans: An Affordable Loan Option

By John Chiappetta / April 28, 2023
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If you’re in the market for a new home and are looking for an affordable loan option, you may want to consider a USDA loan. USDA loans are a type of mortgage loan backed by the United States Department of…

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How to Make Buying a Home Less Stressful

How to Make Buying a Home Less Stressful

By Aly Yale / April 19, 2023
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Home buying can be one of the most stressful processes you’ll ever go through. You’re on a time crunch, you have thousands of dollars on the line, and you’re dealing with dozens of vendors, reams of paperwork, and, of course,…

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Want a VA Loan? Don't Settle for Any Old Lender.

Want a VA Loan? Don’t Settle for Any Old Lender.

By Suzanne Odonnell / April 7, 2023
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The VA Home Loan Program was introduced at the end of World War II to help the returning servicemembers and their eligible surviving spouses buy a home. The program provides easy access to loans for purchase and refinance. It streamlines the…

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It’s no secret that referrals are essential to the success of any business, and the real estate industry is no different

The Importance of Getting Approved to Move™ in a Competitive Spring Housing Market

By John Chiappetta / April 7, 2023
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If you’re looking to make a homebuying move this spring, you will be far from alone. According to Forbes, while the spring housing market is expected to be somewhat calm it is also expected to be quite competitive. Spring is…

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Open House listing on an iPad

The Best Places Online to Find Open Houses

By John Chiappetta / March 31, 2023
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Home buying can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not sure where to start looking. With the Internet at our fingertips, there are several different ways to find open houses near you. Here are some of the best places…

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How to Get Approved for a Higher Home Loan

How to Get Approved for a Higher Home Loan

By John Chiappetta / March 24, 2023
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Are you looking to purchase a new home or investment property? If you’re like most people, you’ll need to take out a home loan to finance your purchase. But what if you’re not sure you’ll qualify for the amount you…

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Mortgage Discount Points vs. Origination Points

Mortgage Discount Points vs. Origination Points

By Aly Yale / March 22, 2023
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When you take out a mortgage loan, you’ll likely encounter two types of “points” — discount points and origination points. Though they sound similar, these “points” actually have two distinctly different purposes. It’s important to understand both — as well as…

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