Maximizing the Web in Your Real Estate Search

Before selecting a real estate agent or buying a home, most consumers head to the Internet first. Researching homes and real estate agents online can get you ahead of the game when it comes to narrowing down your options. But with so ...

When many people start the process of buying a house they assume putting 20 percent down is required. However, this is not the case and many lenders and mortgage brokers offer options for borrowers looking for mortgages that have a small down payment. Don Frommeyer, CRMS, President of NAMB (The ...

An Introduction to The Home Buying Process

It’s a Great Time to Buy!

Home buyers who are ready to enter the current real estate market in Stuart, Florida can still take advantage of affordable pricing, low interest rates and a variety of loan programs for first home buyers. But buying ...

Questions to Consider in a Seller’s Market: Multiple Offers

When home buyers outnumber sellers, the result can be a multiple offer scenario. If you’re searching for homes in a competitive market environment, you’ll want to take time to understand the dynamics of multiple offers and understand how this might impact ...

1. Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job.

2. Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)!

3. Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind.

4. Thou shalt not spend money you ...

How Local Economic Factors Impact Stuart, Florida Home Values

How do you predict the value of a neighborhood? While no one can say for sure how home values in a neighborhood will rise or decline over time, there are big-picture economic factors that you can look for to help get ...

One Handy Financial Calculator

Financial health and stability depends upon making informed decisions about loans, debt, taxes, savings, and more. Unfortunately, most people (including first-time homebuyers!) lack a true understanding of how to apply math to help them clearly understand these essential areas.

While there are many specialized calculators out ...

Homebuyer Survey Provides Insight into Perfect Real Estate Agent

The selection of the right real estate agent to work with can be as important as which Treasure Coast home to purchase. If the expectations of the consumer are not aligned with the skills, experience and personality of the real ...