Improving your credit score was never more important! Like it or not, a borrower’s credit history dictates what kind of mortgage the bank will approve. Average credit scores are on the rise, a sure sign of recovery for the American…
Did you know you can stop foreclosure almost immediately when you call your bank? Your banker doesn’t want to foreclose. In fact, the bank hates foreclosure almost as much as you. Your Bank Is In Business To Make Money Just…
Home sales in Lane County continue to tick upward. RMLS figures for April 2019 show the average days on market at just 48, with inventory decreasing slightly to 1.7 months. The average home price is sitting at $306,600, up 4.1%…
You can work as hard or as little as you’d like to increase your home's value when you are getting ready to sell it. You can spend thousands of dollars and hours, if you are so inclined, but you can…
If you are trying to keep your home out of foreclosure, there’s good news. You’ve got a few options to stop the foreclosure and save your home. Understanding Foreclosure Foreclosure is the legal process that a lender must pursue to…
You can increase your home value with simple solutions that won't cost a fortune. Making the most of your home’s unique features can go a long way to making a lasting impression to the right buyer. The key to selling…
The internet and the way we use it has changed the way we buy a house. Not too many years ago, real estate agents were the gatekeepers to property information. If you wanted to jump into the real estate market,…
There’s good news on the horizon if you want to improve your credit score. Consumers will soon see a boost because FICO and Experian will soon include personal bank accounts and utility bills history in credit score calculations. Current credit…
Owner financing goes by many names, but they all mean the same thing: Benefits for you! Most real estate transactions follow the same formula. A buyer must meet stringent qualifications before a lender will approve a mortgage. With owner financing,…
If you’re behind on your mortgage, you know it can be terrifying. Regardless the reasons you’ve fallen behind, you should know that you have options to keep your home. Under Oregon law, you can reinstate your loan at any time…