by Jennifer Ferri | Aug 26, 2021 | Buying
For many new homebuyers, escrow of property taxes can be a confusing topic. Some wonder if they need to do it. Others may be unsure how their property taxes actually get paid. Escrowing your property taxes is actually a very simple concept and a common way to pay your...
by Jennifer Ferri | Aug 19, 2021 | Selling
For a lot of home sellers, there’s an expectation that if the buyer pays a certain amount for the home, that’s the amount of money the seller should receive, right? But in real estate, things aren’t always so cut and dried, which can lead to the question: “Why is the...
by Jennifer Ferri | Aug 12, 2021 | Mortgages
If your loan is approved on the terms you requested, the lender is required to provide a Loan Estimate within 3 business days. However, if they determine that your application will not or cannot be approved, they do not have to provide a Loan Estimate....
by Jennifer Ferri | Aug 5, 2021 | Buying, Selecting
When deciding where to live, it’s important to not only consider the features of the house you’re hunting for, but what type of community you’d like to be a part of. There are three common types of communities to consider: rural, suburban, and urban. Each location has...
by Jennifer Ferri | Jul 29, 2021 | Title Insurance
When you purchase your home, you will be given a title (deed) to your new property. A deed is a legal document that proves you own the property, and then a policy is issued stating so. Your interest in the property is now protected from title defects that may arise....
