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Second-Time Homebuyer Guide

As a second-time homebuyer, you'll experience some familiar and unfamiliar aspects of the home buying process. This guide can help you navigate it all and make informed decisions.

July 2, 2024

Second-Time Homebuyer Guide

As a second-time homebuyer, you'll experience some familiar and unfamiliar aspects of the home buying process. This guide can help you navigate it all and make informed decisions.

July 2, 2024

Choosing the Right Lender

With a little preparation and due diligence, you can select the right lender to help you accomplish your home financing goals by comparing rates, services and fees.

June 20, 2024

10 Important Steps To Buying a Home in 2024

Looking to purchase a home? We break down the complex home buying process into 10 easy steps, including specific tips for homebuyers at each stage.

June 20, 2024

FHA Loans – Credit Score Requirements and More

With the right credit score for an FHA loan, you can have an easier qualification process and flexible down payments. Get all the information you need to secure your dream home here.

June 17, 2024

Pros and Cons to Selling Your House As Is

Selling a house as is has its benefits and drawbacks. Explore this home-selling strategy and what it means for both sellers and potential buyers.

May 21, 2024

Home Improvement Cost vs. Value: Will Your Project Pay Off?

Choosing the right renovations with a high return on investment (ROI) can help maximize your home's resale value and increase the equity you own. Let’s take a look at some top home improvement projects for a great return, and tips to set you up for success.

May 21, 2024

7 Top Tips for a Great Home Appraisal: A Checklist to Prepare Your Property

Selling or refinancing your home? A home appraisal is part of the process. Help maximize your home’s value with this checklist.

May 20, 2024

Everything You Need to Know About Lender-Placed Insurance (LPI)

Lender-placed insurance is added to a mortgage in order to maintain homeowners insurance coverage if the existing policy expires. Explore its role in lending, how it works and what you can do to avoid it.

February 12, 2024

Home Buying Not Only a Couples' Game: Results of the Pennymac Single Homeownership Survey

The results are in — and they may surprise you. See what single homeowners shared about their home-buying journey and why they felt fine doing it without a partner.

January 10, 2024