Just as you would follow specific etiquette rules when visiting someone's house, there are also etiquette rules to follow when viewing a home for sale. After searching for a while, you've finally found a listing that ticks all of your boxes. It … [Read more...] about House Viewing Etiquette Rules for Homebuyers
How to Challenge a Low Home Appraisal
Common mistakes on appraisals include incorrect square footage, the wrong number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and errors in the comparables used. When you are refinancing your home, an appraisal is a key part of the process. Unfortunately, if the … [Read more...] about How to Challenge a Low Home Appraisal
How Lenders Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford
Many factors determine the amount of money you can borrow for a mortgage. "How much mortgage can I get?" This is a question that most potential homebuyers ask at some point during their journey. In truth, there's no definitive answer to this … [Read more...] about How Lenders Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford
Can You Switch Mortgage Lenders Before Closing?
There are many reasons why you might consider switching mortgage lenders. However, several factors should be considered before making the switch. So you're in the process of buying a new home, and things are progressing smoothly. Your mortgage … [Read more...] about Can You Switch Mortgage Lenders Before Closing?
5 Mortgage Mistakes Homebuyers Should Avoid
The Sean Zalmanoff Mortgage Team specializes in making the home purchase or refinance process a great experience. The textbook description of the mortgage loan process makes the process sound easy. In reality, however, the process has potential … [Read more...] about 5 Mortgage Mistakes Homebuyers Should Avoid
Buying a Home Through a Dual Agent – Pros and Cons
Buying a home is a considerable investment, and you want to make sure that you are working with someone who has your best interests at heart. When buying a house through an agent, you can take three main routes. You can have the seller's agent … [Read more...] about Buying a Home Through a Dual Agent – Pros and Cons