Patrick McCarthy Real Estate Blog – Advice Category: Blog archive posts from the Patrick McCarthy Real Estate Blog that were categorized as Advice.
Although the prospect of a move to a new home can be exciting, the reality is that the actual move itself can be a chore.
Finding the ideal home and having your offer accepted is oftentimes only half the battle when it comes to securing the actual purchase of a house or condo. That’s because in many cases, a mortgage will be required to close the deal. But what happens if your mortgage application is turned down? Although this can [...]
If you’re in the process of buying or selling a home, then you may be considering working with a real estate agent – and depending on where you live, it’s likely that there is a long list of potential real estate professionals to choose from. With that in mind, how do you narrow down the list [...]
If you’re familiar with the in’s and out’s of the Internet, then you are likely well aware that a website that brings in a lot of traffic will oftentimes make more sales than sites that don’t stand out. The same can hold true if you have a home for sale. Simply by virtue of the [...]
If you're considering making a move because your family is expanding, or alternatively, you've become an empty nester, then you might be weighing the pros and cons between purchasing an already-existing residence, or starting from scratch and build. Before you make any decision, though, there are some important criteria to keep in mind. First, your [...]
It seems like just about everyone could use some extra income these days, one solution could be to own a piece of rental real estate.
If you've built up a considerable amount of equity in your home, then you may have visions of using those funds to pay for upgrades, improvements, or even for adding more living space to your house. Before you do that, though, it's important to have a good understanding of how President Trump's new tax law [...]
If you've ever applied for a home mortgage - or you plan to do so soon - then you are likely familiar with the fact that you will be required to repay the lender both principal and interest. But, as they say in late night infomercials, "Wait, there's more!" You will probably hear the term [...]
If you've been considering the purchase of a new home, but you have been holding back because you have poor credit, there is some good news. You may still be able to qualify for a home mortgage. Even though a good credit score will typically allow borrowers to secure a lower interest rate, having a [...]
If you have served in the United States military and you're in the process of looking for a home to purchase, there are several benefits that you may be eligible for when it comes to obtaining a mortgage. Just some of the key advantages of going with a VA loan can include the following: Lower [...]