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The Ultimate Spring Moving Checklist

Are you about to close on your new home? It's time to call the movers! And in the meantime, there's a plethora of other items you can attend to before your big day. Things like utilities, address changes, locks, and air filters all factor in. We hope our handy dandy list is helpful as you prep for your big day. Moving is stressful, and you deserve to know these tips & tricks to make the process go as efficiently and painlessly as possible. And don't forget, especially for those with finicky backs: lift with your legs!

Say Hello to MedPro Premier! 100% Financing for Medical Professionals

Doctors, are you ready to make a house call? No, not for a patient, but for your own home! For keeping our communities healthy, it's our turn to make homeownership easier. We now offer 100% financing for eligible medical professionals through MedPro Premier. Both Premier and MedPro Advantage offer financing up to $2 million, waive mortgage insurance, and allow for deferred student loan debt to be excluded from DTI calculations. Are you ready to make an appointment and schedule your mortgage diagnostic? Let's find out!

5 Scams Every New Homeowner Should Know About

As buying season starts ramping up, it's vital to educate both future and current homeowners about common scams and wire fraud tactics. It never hurts to be wary during the home buying process, especially when finances are involved. Con artists like to take advantage of unsuspecting buyers, likely overwhelmed by the required documentation it takes to finalize a mortgage. Don't fall for their schemes! By educating yourself about five of the biggest mortgage-related scams, you'll safeguard yourself from those who would steal from you.

The 12 Votes That Shape Your Interest Rate

Eight times a year, a group of people meets in Washington, D.C., behind closed doors and decides how expensive money is going to be. Not just for banks. For you. Your mortgage rate, your auto loan, your credit cards, even your savings accounts are influenced by what happens in that room. You won't see the debate or hear the arguments. Full transcripts aren't released for years, but the results show up in your rate quote quickly. That meeting is run by the Federal Open Market Committee, or FOMC. Understanding how it works makes headlines about interest rates much easier to interpret.

Your First Home Won’t Be Your Last

If you're a younger home buyer and stressing about finding your forever home, stop right there! Your first home probably won't be your last. But guess what? That's actually a good thing! Let's jump into the reasons why your first home is going to set you up for home buying success in the future.

Bidding Wars & Broken Hearts: Real Estate Lessons from “Best Offer Wins”

We've all heard this story: a hopeful buyer gets their heart set on a perfect listing, puts in an offer, and…dozens of unbeatable all-cash offers flood in. In Marisa Kashino's debut novel "Best Offer Wins," a similar story of home buying woe ensues: Margo Miyake, an exhausted D.C. home buyer, has lost eleven bidding wars and goes to desperate lengths to secure the home of her dreams. Despite its hyperbolic nature, the book explores important themes about the modern housing crisis. In this day and age, how can a buyer remain resilient amidst heartless bidding wars?

Love Your Mortgage: A Financial Check-Up Before Spring

"Home is wherever I'm with you." - Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros The season of love is upon us! Chocolates, roses, cheesy cards, and fancy dates await. But why not give some love for your home, a place of cherished memories and stability? If you need to tweak your home loan to adapt to your changing lifestyle, now's the time to look into your options.

How February Sets the Tone for Spring Home Buying

In the real estate market, February typically acts as the bridge between seasons: the winter slowdown and the spring buying boom. Now is the perfect time for buyers and sellers to finesse your financial strategies and figure out how to time the rhythm of the market. This is the best time to obtain a preapproval, find the right real estate agent, prep your property for tours, and for some savvy buyers, house hunt for a home before the busy, competitive spring season sets in with earnest.

Winter Wonders & Warnings: Tips to Keep Your Home Safe and Your Family Cozy

Have you seen the forecast? The weather outside is frightful, and with all this ice and snow, it's certainly not delightful for your home! The phrase "Winter is coming" has never rung more true than this January. We've been slammed with countrywide snowstorms and freezing temperatures, forcing many homeowners to hunker down. Below, we're compiled some helpful tips to stay safe and warm during these winter storms and blizzards.

Anyone else confused by Consumer Confidence vs Consumer Sentiment?

You've probably seen Consumer Confidence and Consumer Sentiment both referenced lately. They sound interchangeable, but they aren't. That said, the gap between them explains a lot about what buyers are doing right now.

Winter Wonders & Warnings: Tips to Keep Your Home Safe and Your Family Cozy

Have you seen the forecast? The weather outside is frightful, and with all this ice and snow, it’s certainly not delightful for your home! The phrase “Winter is coming” has never rung more true than this January. We’ve been slammed with countrywide snowstorms and freezing temperatures, forcing many homeowners to hunker down. Below, we’re compiled some helpful tips to stay safe and warm during these winter storms and blizzards.

How Smart Home Features Are Shaping Buyer Decisions in 2026

Smart home enhancements have steadily grown in popularity throughout the years. From smart locks to Roomba® vacuums, living spaces are beginning to look closer to the homes portrayed in futuristic films like “Blade Runner” and “Back to the Future.” We might not have as many neon lights or flying cars, but homeowners have invested in more subtle tech upgrades over time.

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