Published: 07/27/2020
Inheriting a house can be overwhelming. Maybe you were expecting it. Perhaps it was out of the blue. It could be you just weren’t prepared to deal with the circumstances that led you to this point—let alone figure out what to do with a piece of property. When you’re dealing with an inheritance, th... (Read More)
Published: 07/13/2020
An upside-down mortgage is a heavy burden to bear. You are probably behind on payments, don’t really care about the property, and feel like you’re drowning. Being underwater on your mortgage means you owe more than your house is worth. Though the situation may seem hopeless, you do have options. S... (Read More)
Published: 02/19/2019
As I reflect back on my work experience in the mortgage and construction industry, I would have to say the most uncomfortable position I have ever held was working in collections for a manufactured home lender.My company coined the position as ‘Financial Counselor.’ I think that term makes it sound ... (Read More)
Published: 02/11/2019
With We Buy Houses signs at seemingly every intersection, motivated sellers needing to sell their house fast for cash have many options. The We Buy Houses industry attracts many scams and imposters. Reality shows and free weekend seminars promise quick riches in flipping houses. Theoretically, inve... (Read More)
Published: 02/05/2019
It’s no question that most people would rather own a home than rent. You can choose your own paint colors, have all the dogs you want, and not have to worry about sharing walls with another family. So what’s keeping you from buying a home? MYTH: There’s a perfect buyer that the lenders are lo... (Read More)
Published: 01/24/2019
The rise of “house flipping” reality shows such as “Flip or Flop” and “Desert Flippers” has led to an increase in house flippers. These shows make the idea of flipping a house seem simple, but in reality, it takes a lot more work. And not just anyone can flip a house. It takes experience and a larg... (Read More)