At what point is it worth it to refinance? When mortgage rates decline, you may wonder if you should consider refinancing your mortgage. There are a few things to evaluate to help you decide if to refinance your mortgage. What does refinance your mortgage mean? Refinancing your mortgage means replacing your existing mortgage with a […]
What Is the Average Return on Landscaping? Homeowners understand the value of curb appeal, but knowing which improvements offer the best return can be challenging. Fortunately, numerous resources are available to help homeowners navigate which outdoor projects provide the highest return on investment (ROI). Investing in landscaping projects not only enhances the beauty of your […]
Can You Pull Home Equity Out of Your Home Without Refinancing? Many of our valued customers inquire about unlocking the equity in their properties without wanting to refinance their already favorable sub-4% mortgage. We offer tailored solutions to address this dilemma, such as a 2nd lien Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) or a fixed-rate […]
How high will interest rates get? I can’t count how many times per week I have to address client concerns about current rates or rate direction. Then I was hit with a realization: most homebuyers today have never seen higher rates! What are the highest rates have gone? Today, over 50% of buyers are Millennials […]
Got Mortgage Questions? We have answers! Ready to start the journey to homeownership? Great! You are likely looking for mortgages and have come to the right place. As your mortgage expert, we provide you with guidance. We have outlined some commonly asked questions and the answers to help you get started on the right foot! […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Tips to Keep Your Data Safe From Phishing! Regarding cybersecurity, phishing attacks are among the most common security breaches. The FBI Internet Crime Complaint Centre published a report in 2020 confirming this fact. What is phishing? Phishing is a fraudulent technique to get sensitive data through disguised emails. Additionally, the person phishing […]
Fixer-Upper or Move-In Ready? When deciding to buy a home, many people ask, “Should buy a fixer-upper or a move-in ready home?” There are a few factors one needs to consider when making this decision. Move-In Ready Homes If you have been following the Austin housing market, you may not be surprised to learn Austin-Round […]
What is Driving the Downsizing Trend? Downsizing is a continuing trend. Some key reasons we see this continued trend include: empty-nesters as children graduate from high school or college; lifestyle demands for those desiring a more efficient and smaller home to lock and leave; and obviously the financial benefit of a decreased mortgage or rent […]
Summer Home Maintenance Tips Summer has officially arrived! And from the looks of some summer forecast, the weather is going to get hot. If you have not given thought to preparing your home, it’s never too late. Here are a some summer home maintenance tips to help your home keep it’s cool this summer. HVAC […]
