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Your credit score isn’t just a number – it’s your golden ticket to homeownership. And right now, lenders are watching it closer than ever. Before you make any big financial moves, know this: Mortgage lenders will check your credit at least twice – during pre-approval AND just before closing. One wrong step could put your dream home […]

3 Credit Score Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands Your credit score impacts every major financial decision – from mortgage rates to car loans. Even if you’re not house-hunting now, avoiding these common pitfalls will save you money later. Mistake #1: Thinking “Caught Up” Means “Forgiven” Mistake #2: Believing Dollar Amounts Matter Mistake #3: Closing […]

Your credit score isn’t just a number—it’s the key to better loan rates, whether you’re buying a home, a car, or just want financial flexibility. Here’s the plain ole English guide to understanding and boosting yours. Credit Score vs. Credit Report Pro tip: Check all three bureaus (Experian, Equifax, TransUnion) for free at AnnualCreditReport.com. Errors […]

Think your credit score doesn’t matter if you’re not buying a house tomorrow? Think again. Whether you’re eyeing a mortgage, a car loan, or just better interest rates, your credit score is your financial reputation—and it’s time to start building it right. And here’s the thing: If you’re avoiding credit cards, you might be sabotaging […]

When you bought your home, you might have had to get Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI).  If so, you might have been paying it for a while and it could be time to ask your lender to stop this payment requirement. For a quick recap — PMI is insurance that protects the lender in case you […]

I get this question from both new clients who are about to buy their first home as well as clients that have owned their home for a while, “How long should I plan to hold on to my home before I sell?” Whether you want to make a quick profit from the rising real estate […]

Everyone wants to avoid these three biggies: Don’t worry, there are plenty of things you can do to prevent these blunders. Here’s a rundown of the simple steps you can take to keep your home in tiptop shape – what to look out for, how to prevent a problem, and the price tag of ignoring […]

If you or anyone you know has been wanting to buy a home but sat it out last year because of interest rate increases, lack of inventory, or life got in the way some other way, this could be the year. Buying a home is a big deal and isn’t something that should happen overnight, […]

First time on the market in decades, this sweet little cottage style abode is ready for a facelift to make it a perfect home for the first time buyer, downsizer, or investor! 201 4th AveMonongahela, PA 150632 bedrooms, 1 bathRanch style/no basement/one-levelBeautiful, corner, flat lotFenced in yard, covered rear patioNewer roof, furnace and a/c less […]