Don’t Let Fear Stop You from Applying for a Mortgage

by Emello & Pagani Group | Oct 31, 2017 | Selling a Home

A considerable number of potential buyers shy away from jumping into the real estate market due to their uncertainty about the buying process. A specific cause for concern tends to be mortgage qualification. For many, the mortgage process can be scary, but it doesn’t...

Renting or Buying…Either Way, You’re Paying Someone’s Mortgage

by Emello & Pagani Group | Oct 30, 2017 | Selling a Home

There are some people who have not purchased homes yet because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s....

Buying a Home Can Be Scary… Unless You Know the Facts [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Emello & Pagani Group | Oct 27, 2017 | Selling a Home

Some Highlights: Many potential homebuyers believe that they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home, which stops many of them from even trying! Here are some facts: 40% of millennials who purchased homes this year have put down less...

How to Save on a Mortgage Payment Whether Buying or Selling

by Emello & Pagani Group | Oct 26, 2017 | Selling a Home

In Trulia’s recent report, Rent vs. Buy: Roommate Edition, they examined the impact that renting with a roommate has in determining whether it is more expensive to rent or buy. The study explains: “Since we started keeping track in 2012, it’s been a better deal to buy...

The #1 Reason to List Your House, NOW!

by Emello & Pagani Group | Oct 25, 2017 | Selling a Home

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) released the results of their latest Existing Home Sales Report which revealed that sales rose 0.7% month-over-month, but remain 1.5% lower than they were a year ago. Some may look at these numbers and think that now is not a...