Do you plan to buy your first home in Washington in 2021? If so, there are some things you should know about recent mortgage and housing trends. Understanding the current “lay of the land” can improve your chance for success,…
Summary: Recent data shows that most first-time home buyers in Washington State and nationwide shop for a mortgage loan before shopping for a home. There are several advantages to taking this preliminary step prior to house hunting, which we will…
How much money do you need to pay at closing? More specifically, how much of a down payment do you need to make when you apply for a mortgage to buy a home in Oregon? Down payments and closing costs…
Summary: The Seattle housing market has been rather cool lately, but things are picking up in the city, making it more competitive for first-time buyers over the next few months. This article will fill you in on the market to…