What industry were you involved in before real estate? I came from a hospitality background… started as busser and worked my way up from different restaurants to head server/manager. Eventually I wound up at some really cool spots where they focused on bringing in talented chefs and incredible minds for all things food and drink…. [Read More]
FHA Loans Explained
FHA Loans Explained Applying for an FHA mortgage isn’t like the process for a conventional loan, mostly because FHA loan guidelines are more flexible. FHA loan applications can be more forgiving of past credit mistakes and you’ll pay less out of pocket for down payments. But who qualifies for an FHA home loan, and what… [Read More]
How to Winterize your Vacant Home for Sale
For a home to remain in good shape throughout the winter it needs regular care and attention. When a home is occupied, many of the things that are necessary to keep it in good working order happen by default. But when the home is vacant, it is up to the owner or the property manager… [Read More]
Guest Post: A Quick Guide to Down Payments By Mortgage Type
Thinking about buying a first home or a second? You have many loan options, and each one varies as far as their down payment requirements. Use this quick guide to get an idea of the amount you’ll need to put down on your next purchase. Is 20% Down Always Necessary to Buy a Home? The… [Read More]
Agent Spotlight: Malissa Roedel – Powering through a Pandemic
Starting a career in real estate is easy right? Not so much! Actually 9 out of 10 new agents fail and the one that succeeds usually takes a few years to really make strides. This wasn’t the case for Malissa Roedel – she closed 13 transactions in her first 6 months in the business! It… [Read More]