Home Buying Articles

Mortgage Jargon: A Glossary for the First Time Home Buyer

If you’ve decided to buy a home, you might feel a mix of excitement and intimidation. It’s a smart investment, but… Read 6 min read

For Less Stress During Your House Hunt— Find the Right Mortgage Lenders in Georgia

As mortgage rates in Georgia steadily decrease, the buyers’ market competition increases. In theory, this is great for both first-time homebuyers… Read 6 min read

Case Study #14 – FHA Loan Challenge

[testbox id="16149"][/testbox] The Client Loan Type - Purchase Program - FHA Loan Loan Amount - $312,750 Rate - 6.375% 30 Yr… Read 4 min read

The Impact Your Credit Score Has on Buying a Home

There are seemingly countless things to consider and responsibilities to uphold during the home-buying process. With so many factors determining whether… Read 6 min read

Pre-approvals, FHA loans, and Upfront Approval Guarantees, Oh My!

Ready to start your house hunt but not sure how?  First time homebuyers are stressed. It’s overwhelming, terrifying, exciting, and difficult… Read 5 min read

Multigenerational Living: A Guide to Buying a Home With Family Members

Close-knit families across the country are taking the unconventional route when it comes to cohabitation. They’re opting to buy homes together… Read 6 min read

How a Gift of Equity Could Help You Meet the Requirements to Buy a House

The real estate market hasn’t been as friendly to the first time home buyer as of late. Between high interest rates… Read 6 min read

Calculate Your 3% Down Payment Using the Mortgage Calculator Georgia Residents Prefer

If you're a first-time home buyer, you may wonder how to make this real estate market work for you instead of… Read 7 min read

The Nomadic Advantage: Why Virtual Workers Should Embrace Homeownership

As of 2023, close to 13% of full-time employees work from home and 16% of companies operate fully remotely. These percentages… Read 5 min read

Case Study #13 – Multigenerational Household

[testbox id="15989"][/testbox] The Client Our client came to us with the intent of purchasing a home large enough for multiple generations.… Read 2 min read

Beyond the Threshold: A Guide to Second Home Ownership – Part 2

Buying a second property requires thought and careful financial planning. Timing is key. While some homeowners may feel that owning a… Read 4 min read

Buying a Home in Georgia: Common Mistakes for a First Time Home Buyer

For homebuyers who have Georgia on their minds, it’s easy to be dazzled by shiny, new construction, large, custom floorplans, palatial… Read 4 min read

Choosing a Mortgage Company: A First-time Home Buyer’s Guide

If you're a first-time homebuyer, the process from pre-approval to settling into a new house can be overwhelming. As thrilling as… Read 5 min read

Beyond the Threshold: A Guide to Second Home Ownership – Part 1

Many people aspire to own a second home, and their motivations vary. Perhaps they want a retreat to escape the hustle… Read 4 min read

7 Smart Ways to Make Money From a Second Home in Georgia

Are you interested in using your second home as a source of reliable income? There are plenty of ways to do… Read 6 min read

A First Time Home Buyer Guide to Closing Costs

You may have heard the horror stories from your homeowner friends. Right when your home purchase is buttoned up, high closing… Read 6 min read

Real Estate Investing: A Smart Strategy for Millennials

Are you at an age where ideas like equity, assets, financial stability, and diversification are suddenly coming into focus? There’s a… Read 6 min read

Mortgage Companies in Georgia & Some Helpful Tips for Moving to Georgia

Often referred to as the Empire State of the South, Georgia is home to 10.8 million people, diverse in a myriad… Read 5 min read

10 Reasons Why Georgia is Ideal for Young Professionals

So much of what we do in life is impacted by where we live. Career, lifestyle, and overall happiness are closely… Read 6 min read

Case Study #12 – Millennial First Time Home Buyers

[testbox id="15906"][/testbox] The Client A millennial couple came to us as first-time home buyers. Loan Type – Purchase Program – Conventional… Read 2 min read