Let’s Talk Credit: Understanding your Credit Score

Did you know? FICO is an acronym for Fair Isaac and Company. In the 1950’s, Fair Isaac and company created the mathematical calculation that is used to determine your credit score.  It is a tool that was designed to determine one’s credit score and dependability in paying bills. The terms credit score and FICO score

10 Things to do before listing your home

 To help make the selling process easier for you, it makes sense to have your home inspected before listing it.  It may sound like a hassle but it could save you a lot of money and stress early on.  The inspection will pinpoint red flags and areas that have potential problems.  It also gives you

Before Putting Your Home on the Market

Documents you will need Deed If you have right of ways, deed restrictions or easements get the documentation that clearly spells out the restrictions of the property. Know if you are in a flood plain – FEMA’s website can be helpful. Go to the Town Hall: Field card at the assessor’s office Get your most

What are Closing Costs?

Closing costs are an accumulation of charges paid to different entities associated with the buying and selling of real estate. For buyers in Massachusetts, closing costs will come to about $3500 plus lenders title insurance and any pre-paid items such as real estate taxes, insurance and interest. There may be closing costs customary or unique

A Proper Moving Checklist 8 Weeks Prior to Closing

So, you bought a new home!!  Congratulations!!! Now it is time to plan the Move.  Are you Ready?  Excited? Anxious?  Purchasing a new home is the American Dream and you have worked hard to get here.  Moving can be overwhelming, but  If you have a written out plan of attack, it will make things go

What’s the Point?

Unless you have bought a home, you probably haven’t heard the term point or mortgage point.  Or maybe you have heard the term but don’t quite know what it means.  Having a general knowledge of what a point is and how it works can help you to make important financial decisions when buying a home.

Understanding how your Credit Works

Credit scores were developed by Fair Isaac and company (FICO). The models created using FICO take all the detailed information about your credit report and produce your credit score using different weights and factors contained in the FICO scoring models. The purpose of a FICO score is to show how likely you are to become

The Good Faith Estimate

A good faith estimate (GFE) must be provided by a mortgage lender or broker in the United States to a customer.  The estimate must include an itemized list of fees and costs associated with the loan and must be provided within three business days of applying for a loan.  These mortgage fees, closing costs and

Veterans Day: It isn’t Just a Holiday

Veterans Day 2013                                                                  Honoring Those Who Served Veterans Day gives Americans the opportunity to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. veterans.

National Open House Weekend April 20 and April 21, 2013

Did you know it is National Open House Weekend?  The National Association of Realtors is expecting to sell almost 10% of the current inventory. With lots of homes on the market and great low rates, this spring market is turning out to be fantastic!  This weekend real estate agents from around the area will be