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A Beginner’s Guide to Interest Rates
If you are looking to buy a home, you probably have a lot of questions about how to find the best mortgage loan rate. If you are a...

Hilda Patino
Aug 24, 20202 min read


Prepping Your Pets For the Move
Your moving day is set and it’s time to start preparing. As you’re making your lists and checking them twice, don’t forget to factor in...

Hilda Patino
Jul 17, 20201 min read


The Difference Between Home Warranty & Home Insurance
When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to...

Hilda Patino
May 16, 20201 min read


Townhouse VS. Condo: Which is the Best Purchase for You?
TOWNHOUSE VS. CONDO: WHICH SHOULD YOU BUY? Whether it’s your first time buying or you just want to purchase something smaller, townhouses...

Hilda Patino
May 16, 20201 min read


Your Guide to Home Appraisal
You’ve found your dream home and now it’s time to cross all your T's and dot all your I's before it’s all your own. And one of the first...

Hilda Patino
May 11, 20201 min read


Top Tips for House Hunting Online
Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are...

Hilda Patino
Mar 20, 20201 min read


Which Down Payment Strategy is Right for You?
You’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid,...

Hilda Patino
Jan 22, 20201 min read


Hidden Fees to Be Aware of When Purchasing a Home
Purchasing a home is arguably one of the biggest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. As you start your hunt, don't forget...

Hilda Patino
Dec 15, 20191 min read


Five Negotiating Tactics that Kill a Sale
Negotiation is a subtle art in real estate, but skilled negotiators can usually find some common ground that satisfies all parties. On...

Hilda Patino
Oct 12, 20181 min read


Tips on Organizing Your Move
While your real estate transaction is pending, it is a great time to get a head start on your upcoming move. Be sure to find ways to...
Stacey Patino
Dec 22, 20171 min read


How to Prepare to Finance a Home
Develop a budget. Instead of telling yourself what you’d like to spend, use receipts to create a budget that reflects your actual habits...

Hilda Patino
Sep 1, 20172 min read


Ten Things a Lender Needs From You
W-2 forms or business tax return forms if you’re self-employed for the last two or three years for every person signing the loan. Copies...

Hilda Patino
Jun 16, 20171 min read


Seven Reasons to Own A Home
Tax benefits. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, and some of the costs...

Hilda Patino
Jun 12, 20172 min read


How to Improve Your Credit
Credit scores play a big role in determining whether you’ll qualify for a loan and what your loan terms will be. So, keep your credit...

Hilda Patino
Jun 2, 20171 min read


Tips for Finding the Perfect Neighborhood
The neighborhood you choose can have a big impact on your lifestyle—safety, available amenities, and convenience all play their part....

Hilda Patino
Mar 21, 20172 min read


Dos and Don'ts for Buyers (En Espanol)
Estimado Comprador, Durante el proceso de su préstamo, hay ciertas cosas que debe de hacer y otras que no, las cuales pueden afectar el...

Hilda Patino
Nov 10, 20162 min read


What to Know About Homeowners Insurance
A homeowners insurance policy will protect you against certain losses and damage to your new home and is generally required by lenders...

Hilda Patino
Oct 5, 20161 min read


10 Questions to Ask Your Lender
Be sure you find a loan that fits your needs with these comprehensive questions. 1. What are the most popular mortgage loans you offer?...

Hilda Patino
Apr 13, 20161 min read
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