by Karen | Apr 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
As interest rates continue to rise, you might start considering an adjustable rate mortgage. An ARM might seem like an attractive option because of the low initial interest rate compared to the typical 30-year-fixed-rate mortgage. However, that rate is likely to...
by Karen | Mar 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
HOW TITLE INSURANCE PROTECTS ALL HOMEBUYERS Whether you’re purchasing a new or existing home, or refinancing, title insurance protects you against any problems affecting the title to your home. The Basics There are two types of title insurance: the...
by Karen | Mar 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Each year, approximately 20% of homebuyers fail to protect themselves by not getting owner’s title insurance. Unfortunately, this leaves them exposed to serious financial risk-causing endless worry and regret. If you’re thinking of buying a home,...
by Karen | Mar 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Every year mortgage closing scams cost homebuyers millions of dollars and, tragically, sometimes even their homes. These scams aren’t new, but with the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a rise in this type of fraud. AARP talked with a recent homebuyer who moved back to...
by Karen | Mar 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
6 Steps to Closing Once you’ve found your perfect home and your offer has been accepted, it’s time to close on your home. Many people think signing a contract on a house is the beginning of the end of the home-buying process; however, this is not necessarily true. The...
by Karen | Jul 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
Danielle McCoy, VP and Fair Lending Officer, Fannie Mae, spoke on what the GSE is doing to ensure borrowers are not scammed during times of financial hardship. Danielle McCoy is Fannie Mae’s VP and Fair Lending Officer. She reports to the EVP, General Counsel, and...