Seller-Paid Rate Buy down: Strengthening Your Offer

A seller-paid rate buy down is an option that not many home buyers know about. This type of concession can be a win-win scenario for both buyer and seller. Including this request in your offer will strengthen your offer while making your potential monthly mortgage payments more affordable. In this unique moment in the housing […]
Become a Homeowner in 2022

How to become a homeowner in 2022 Setting a goal to become a homeowner in 2022 is both exciting and challenging. There are a few things that make 2022 a unique time to buy a home in Texas. We look forward to helping many home buyers purchase their first home this year. In the past […]
Custom Down Payment Savings Plan

Developing a custom down payment savings plan can be a great first step toward becoming a future homeowner. Understanding both what you need to save and setting the time you can give yourself is key to making a savings plan that is just right for you. There are a few upfront costs to buying a […]
How Much House Can I Afford?

How much house can I afford? This is often one of the first questions that potential home buyers ask before starting their home search. Asking your lender this question and applying for mortgage pre-approval is likely the best way to fully understand the flexibility of your home buying budget. While you may know how much […]
How to Get Pre Approved for a Mortgage

The first thing you should do before shopping for a home is get pre approved for a mortgage loan. Buying a home is the biggest financial investment that most Americans will make in their lifetimes. We are happy to give you the information needed to begin. How to get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage: 1. Check […]
Choosing the Best Mortgage When Buying a Home

Choosing the best mortgage when you buy a home is important. However finding the best mortgage option is not the same for everyone. Your financial outlook, credit history, and the specific mortgage terms deserve consideration when deciding which option is best for you. Take a closer look at these variables when choosing the best mortgage […]
How Do Student Loans Impact Mortgage Qualification?

If you have student loan debt, you may be wondering how it will impact your ability to qualify for a mortgage. Buying a home does require some assessment of your financial outlook. There are a few ways that your student loans will require consideration in becoming a homeowner. Let’s take a look at the financial […]
Home Buying Safety: COVID-19 Crisis

Are you ready to buy a home, but concerned about the safety of the home buying process during the COVID-19 health crisis? We are happy to share this information on how Texas home buyers can safely purchase a home. We are seeing changes in the real estate market, and changes in life in general during […]
You Can Buy a Home

If your goal is to become a home owner in the future, we have good news for you. You can buy a home and we are here to help you. Buying a home is one of the largest financial investments that most people will make in their lifetimes. This type of purchase requires some financial […]
Income Tax and Your Mortgage Application

Whether you are looking to buy a home or refinance your current mortgage, your income taxes are a required piece of your mortgage application. Your federal income tax return is key to determining your mortgage loan approval. These are the ways that your income tax return is a factor in your mortgage application. Calculating Income […]