First Time Home Buying Tips

Integrity

The story goes like this: A friend of mine who is a mortgage lender was really upset and was having a horrible week when I called. It turns out that he got involved in a loan transaction for some questionable people (both the buyer and real estate agent). Now, what he knew and when he knew it is not germane to the story, but the bottom line is that my friend took all the blame when things went bad even though he was not at fault and was out significant time and money.

Moving In To Make Ends Meet

Last week, I wrote a column about the human toll of foreclosure. Not exactly an upbeat story, but one that needed to be told. This week is a feel good story about the never say die attitude of Americans and how coming together as a family may just be the answer to difficult economic times.

Raise Your Credit Score in Just 30-180 Days

June 17, 2009: To qualify for a first time home loan, typically you need a credit score of 620 or higher. We have customized software that can help you raise your credit score by up to 100 points, in just 30-180 days.

Denver is a Great Place to Buy Your First Home

June 10, 2009: With more than 300 days of sunshine and a real estate market that’s remained relatively stable despite national housing troubles, it’s no wonder Denver is a great place to buy your first home.

Do You Qualify for a VA Loan?

June 3, 2009: If you’ve served in the military, you may qualify for a VA loan, which is the only type of home loan on the market today that requires no money down.