Most people have regular checkups for their health, car and investment portfolio. But when’s the last time you had a checkup for your mortgage? Here's why it's so important... If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

When you buy a home, you’ll probably be asked if you’d like mortgage insurance. But if you already have life insurance, do you really need mortgage insurance too? Well, it depends. Here are some factors to consider... If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

OK, today we’re going shatter a few MONEY MYTHS… Ever since we were children, we’ve heard and repeated familiar sayings about money. One favorite of parents everywhere is, “Money doesn’t grow on trees.” But what if it turned out that most of the conventional wisdom about money wasn’t true, or at least wasn’t helpful? For instance, while it’s literally true that money doesn’t grow on trees, that saying can lead us to believe in scarcity rather than abundance—so scarcity is what we end up with! Here are 3 three other equally destructive money myths to avoid… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

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 Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

Here’s a special resource for you – or anyone you know –who is planning on moving house in the next 6 months… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

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 Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

If you haven't noticed by now, money is one of the biggest sources of conflict in relationships. Here's how avoid conflict and build connection... If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

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 Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

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 Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

Ok, today we are going to cover 5 steps for determining how much home you can afford to buy… Buying a home involves lots of decisions…
• condo or single family?
• big or small?
• inner city or suburban?
• new or old?
But the biggest and most important decision is: how much can I afford? Here are 5 steps to figure out home much home you can afford… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote that each person is compensated in like manner for that which he or she has contributed. This is often referred to as the Law of Compensation or the Law of Cause and Effect. Basically, it's saying that you get back what you give, whether that's a lot or a little. If you want to increase how much you earn, watch this video: If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 smart ways to use your home equity… Home equity is the difference between the value of your home and the unpaid balance of your mortgage. You can often access a percentage of that amount through a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC). Here are 5 of the best ways to use your home equity… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

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 Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

Ok, today we are going to talk about 6 ways your family can save money, but still have fun. Making the most of time as a family doesn’t have to mean spending a bunch of money. In fact, you could be earning some! Here are 6 ways to save money and stay social… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

Ok, today we are going to talk about some important things to consider before downsizing your home… In 1950, the average single-family home in the US was 1,000 square feet, and today it’s 2,600 square feet. The difference is even more dramatic when you consider how much larger families were in the 1950s! Some find themselves living in unnecessarily large homes, which leaves room for downsizing and saving. But before you rush in to selling and buying small, here are 5 things to consider before downsizing… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

To ensure your long-term financial security, it's essential to develop an effective financial plan, retirement strategy and investment portfolio. Since most people don't have the skills required to do this, here are 7 tips for choosing the right financial planner... If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

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 Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

OK, today we’re going to talk about how to get SMART with MONEY... If you’re like most people, you spend a lot of time worrying about money. But worry only makes things worse. Here are 4 common money challenges (and ways to take the worry out of them)… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

You’ve found the ideal place. The whole family loves it. But before you seal the deal, make sure you or your home inspector checks for these potentially expensive deal breakers. Here are 6 important things you need to look for before you buy a home… If you are looking for a top-notch loan originator in Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.

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 Rochester, call us at 585-733-3889.