Reports
Closing the Retirement Gap Using Home Equity
Learning Objectives Section 1 The Basics Section 2 Program Features Section 3 Other Details Section 4 Loan Process Section 5 Scenarios and Uses Section 6 Summary The Importance of Home Equity “New academic research demonstrates how HECMs can play a vital role in retirement planning – not just as a tool of last resort but…
Three Reasons Why Pre-Approval Is the First Step
When the number of buyers in the housing market out numbers the number of homes for sale, it’s called a “seller’s market.” The advantage tips toward the seller as low inventory heats up the competition among those searching for a place to call their own. This can create multiple offer scenarios and bidding wars, making it tough for…
2020 Homebuying Checklist
Some Highlights: If you’re thinking of buying a home, plan ahead and stay on the right track, starting with pre-approval. Being proactive about the homebuying process will help set you up for success in each step. Make sure to work with a trusted real estate professional along the way, to help guide you through the homebuying steps specific to your…
Home buyer Guide Winter 2020
TABLE OF CONTENTS WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE HOUSING MARKET? 3 4 Reasons to Buy a Home This Winter 5 What’s the Latest on Mortgage Rates? 6 Where Are Home Prices Heading? 8 The True Cost of Not Owning Your Home WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY 9 Buying a Home: Do You Know…