It is one of the most important factors in your financial life. The higher your score, the more likely you are to qualify for loans with favorable terms, which in the end can save you thousands of dollars, especially on a mortgage loan. Credit scores range from 300 to 850. A credit score of less than […]
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Five Ways to Use Social Media to Market Your Clients’ Homes
Over time, social media has proven to be a premium business platform for real estate agencies. With the rise in popularity of Facebook and Instagram as marketing and branding tools, real estate agencies are now able to showcase their listings effectively and build strong relationships with their clients. A social media presence is necessary to […]
Letter From Maureen
They say most people move every five to seven years. I have lived in my home for 28 years and am now in process of moving. It is surely an eye opener on what our customers are going through – from taking care of every little item that you receive in the mail, to setting […]
FHA loan requirement basics
FHA loans work best for people who want to purchase a home but don’t have a stellar financial history. Since 1934, FHA loans have been provided by approved private lenders. Potential homeowners are able to obtain this type of loan because the loan is insured by the Federal Housing Administration, the FHA. FHA Pros FHA […]
Tips for Utilizing MLS to Purchase a Home
Multiple Listing Service or MLS is not one system. Rather, it is a collection of databases across the country. Many of them are zoned to a specific region, though a few are nationwide. MLS was created for brokers to connect local listings, making it easier for realtors and buyers to find what’s locally available. This […]
Forget your job title. You are in sales.
A loan officer, an escrow closer, a transaction coordinator and a receptionist are having dinner together. Which one is the salesperson? None, right? One is in the business of approving loans, another closes the deal, another coordinates all of the moving parts, and the last one answers the phone and greets customers. They’re not in […]