What Are Typical Mortgage Down Payments?

Traditional mortgage down payments have always been 10 to 25 percent of the total purchase price of the property. more

3 Common Short Sale Mistakes

A real estate short sale can be a win-win situation for everyone involved, but there are common short sale mistakes to avoid if you want to close the deal. more

Appraisal Basics

A real estate appraisal is an evaluation that determines the value of a property. There can be many different reasons for having an appraisal conducted, but one of the most common purposes is to determine the market value of a house before a mortgage transaction. more

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