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5 Tips for Buyers
Even if you're not planning to buy right now, these tips will help to demystify the real estate process.
Quick Links for First-Time Home Buyer Programs, Loans And Grant
Below are quick links to helpful First Time Home Buyer resources and programs provided by Maryland.
What Do Pending or Contingent Really Mean?
You are browsing on Zillow, Realtor, or another home search App of your choice. The word "Pending" or "Contingent" is next to your home of interest. And, you wonder, what does this really mean?
Good Credit Habits to Keep in Mind
Do you have an upcoming home purchase? The importance of good credit is essential to earning the best interest rate and terms on a mortgage.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Homeownership
A step-by-step game plan for what to expect from the initial consultation all the way through to the closing of your home.
Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval
Pre-qualification and pre-approval are terms we use almost every day. Lender Commitment can be confused with pre-approval as well. But, each is distinctly different. Here’s a summary explanation of how each of these terms differs from one another that might be helpful when these terms come up in conversation with your Realtor or Mortgage Lender.
The Purchasing Pathway System
A step-by-step game plan for what to expect from the initial consultation all the way through to the closing of your home.
Is Now a Good Time to Purchase a Home?
Yes! Despite the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rising for the 7th straight week, it remains historically low. You will want to do three things to ensure your success as a buyer in a rising rates market.