Today we are going to talk about how to pay off your mortgage sooner (without breaking the bank)… Getting a mortgage may seem like a life sentence. You’ll be chipping away at it for decades to come—and there’s no time off for good behavior! But in reality, there are some relatively painless things you can do to pay off your mortgage sooner and save interest! Here are 4 tips for paying off your mortgage sooner… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Have you ever wondered when the best time of the year is to do home renovations? Deciding when to start a remodeling project may simply depend on when you need it finished. But if you have a little leeway, here are some considerations that can make the process easier and more affordable… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we're going to talk about what NOT do to when selling your home. When you moved in, your home’s decor may have been the height of fashion. But fashions change. You may still love your home just the way it is, but that doesn’t mean today’s buyers will. If you want to ensure a quick sale for top dollar… Here are 8 things that could make your home harder to sell… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about avoiding probate conflicts by setting up a living trust. Wills and living trusts are legal documents that distribute property. Both are useful estate planning tools, but there are important differences. Here’s what every homeowner needs to know about living trusts…. If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how small investments you make today, can lead to major retirement savings in the long run… You don’t have to have a lot of money to start investing. When it comes to investing, how much you invest isn’t as important as when you start, how often you do it and which investments you choose. Of course, the time to start is now! Here are 5 ways to invest small now to build major retirement savings… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how you can protect your home while you are away on a vacation... At this point, you’ve made your plans, booked your trip and are looking forward to a week or two away from work. But while you’re thinking about what to pack, give some thought to home security. Is your home protected while you are away? Do you have a security camera or neighbors looking out for you? Here are 7 steps to protect your home while you are away… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about 4 ways to get the lowest possible refinance rate… If you’re thinking about refinancing, there are ways to make your rate even lower than you think. Here are 4 ways to make sure you get the lowest possible refinance rate… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we’re going to talk about the importance of the home appraisal in nailing down a deal… In every real estate transaction, there’s the price the seller would like to receive and the price the buyer would like to pay. But there’s one other price that can overrule both those prices: the lender’s appraisal. Here are 4 ways to protect yourself from a low appraisal… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about 4 accounts you need to secure your financial security. Before we can move the exotics, like buying revenue properties or doing your own trades on the stock market, we must first master the basics. Here are 4 basic accounts you need to secure financial freedom… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Many of the world’s wealthiest people got that way by investing in real estate. But it’s difficult to come up with the hefty 20% down payment required to buy an investment property. Here are 6 ways to make investing in real estate more affordable… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Have you ever wondered when the best time of the year, month and week is, to list and sell your home – FAST! – for top dollar? Watch this short video to find out… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

When housing prices start to rise, buyers get nervous and start to question the worth of the home and if they are paying too much for it. Because the last thing you want to do is make an offer on a house priced too high! In some competitive markets, sellers think the sky is the limit when setting an asking price. So as a buyer, you have to take several factors into account in order to determine whether a home is actually worth the asking price. Here are 4 ways to know if a house is overpriced… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to protect yourself from real estate scams… According to the FBI, from 2015 to 2017 cybercrime targeting real estate transactions rose by over 1,100%, and the amount of money lost rose by almost 2,200%! The most common way for scammers to attack is by hacking into a buyer’s email and monitoring messages between the buyer and Realtor. Here are 6 ways to protect yourself from real estate scams… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how millennials are changing the real estate landscape… As millennials become the largest adult generation, it’s no surprise that they’re becoming a major force in home buying. According to Zillow, a US-based online real estate marketplace, millennials now make up 42% of all homebuyers. Here’s how millennial buyers and sellers differ from previous generations… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Buying a home in a new real estate development can be exciting! However, there are important things to be aware of before you sign the contract. There’s nothing like turning the key on a brand-new home that’s never been lived in. But buying in new a real estate development isn’t the same as buying an existing house. Here are 5 tips for buying in new real estate development… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 mistakes to avoid when buying a home… Buying a home can be exciting, stressful, easy or difficult depending on the market, time of year, etc. But no matter when or where you buy, you can still encounter challenges if you’re not prepared. Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid when buying a home… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about refinancing your mortgage and how you can speed up the process… Whether you’re refinancing to access extra cash or lock in a rate before they rise further, you want things to happen quickly. Here are 6 steps to refinancing (and how to speed up the process)… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how the internet has impacted home searching, buying and selling. We’re so used to shopping online, we sometimes forget how technology has transformed the home buying process. Websites, social media, mobile apps, messaging and other platforms help make shopping for and finding a home faster, easier, more efficient, and less frustrating. Here are 5 online capabilities that today’s prospective homebuyers could never live without… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

As any good real estate professional will tell you, setting the right price for a home is a mix of technical knowledge and intuition. Realtors have to rely on their experience, knowledge and feel for the market. But there’s more to it than that. Here are 4 factors that smart Realtors rely on to set the right listing price… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.

Ok, today we are going to talk about the pros and cons of house flipping. It’s possible to make a lot of money by flipping properties. But it’s not as easy as it sounds, and there are just as many pitfalls as there are rewards. Here are 4 pros and cons of house flipping… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Charlotte call us at, 803-322-839.