BLOCKCHAIN IN REAL ESTATE

BLOCKCHAIN IN REAL ESTATE In recent times, the blockchain has gone beyond the technology that powers cryptocurrencies. It is a shorthand for a whole suite of distributed ledger technologies that can be programmed to record and track anything of value from financial transactions to medical records or even land titles etc. It has become expedient … Read more

22 USEFUL STEPS TO START A PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FIRM

22 USEFUL STEPS TO START A PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FIRM If you want to start a business offering property management services, remember there’s an overlap between what a property manager and real estate agents do. They both work in the real estate industry. And have some of the same requirements. A broker can work as a … Read more

HOME PURCHASE CLOSING COSTS

HOME PURCHASE CLOSING COSTS Home Purchase Closing Costs? We hate them, right? It’s essential to plan and budget for the expenses you’ll encounter when purchasing a home. Most people understand the need to save for a down payment, but around 41% of homebuyers were surprised by their closing costs. Closing costs encompass a variety of … Read more

WHAT IS A MONOLINE LENDER

WHAT IS A MONOLINE LENDER You may not be familiar with the term ‘monoline’ lender unless you’ve worked with a mortgage broker to negotiate a mortgage on your behalf with multiple lenders to find the best product and rate to meet your unique needs. While not as well known as banks and credit unions, monolines … Read more

HOW TO NOT QUALIFY FOR A MORTGAGE

HOW TO NOT QUALIFY FOR A MORTGAGE If you have no desire at all to qualify for a mortgage, here are some great ways to make sure you don’t accidentally end up buying a house and taking out a mortgage to do so. One of the best ways to ensure you won’t qualify for a … Read more

HOW DOES HOUSE INSURANCE HELP YOU

HOW DOES HOUSE INSURANCE HELP YOU I was recently asked by an Insurance Agent WHY I wanted Home Insurance. At first I was shocked, because the question came in an email response and text is so non-emotive. I am a very literal person. I thought I kmew why I wanted insurance. I’ve been robbed a … Read more