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First Time Home Buyer

Learn where to start when making your first major investment in a home

Veteran Mortgage Loans

Get the most from your VA benefits by learning about the home loan programs available.

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FHA Loans

Afford your home with comfort and flexibility through the benefits of FHA loan programs.

Mortgage Rates and Trends

See where rates are headed by understanding current mortgage rates and trends.

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What is a 2-1 Buydown?

What is a 2-1 Buydown?

As interest rates have risen, temporary buydowns have become an option that some sellers and buyers may consider. A 2-1 buydown is a concession that can be negotiated with sellers to incentivize buyers. A 2-1 buydown essentially allows borrowers to make a lower mortgage payment for the first two years of their loan, and payments go back up on the third year of the loan but is a fixed rate mortgage.

If you’ve been considering purchasing a home but with rising rates you have reconsidered a 2-1 buydown may be the program that will allow you to buy now. We’ll explore exactly what a 2-1 buydown is, how it works, and the pros and cons to help you decide if this program is right for you.

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How to Build Your Real Estate Brand

How to Build Your Real Estate Brand

"Real estate brand" may sound like something you can postpone when you're busy setting up your new business.  There's so much to do! Why should you spend time on such a vague concept when there are a hundred other things on your plate? But newbies to the real...

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5 Best Apps for Real Estate Agents

5 Best Apps for Real Estate Agents

Real estate agent apps are the future. And the future is now. Everything, it seems, is moving online—including real estate. According to a National Association of Realtors (NAR) survey, nearly all buyers used at least one online tool as a part of their search process...

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