Once you’ve found the right home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. You're undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new place, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any major life changes, ... » Learn More about The Do’s and Don’ts after Applying for a Mortgage
Buyers
5 Tips for Homebuyers Who Want to Make a Competitive Offer
Today’s real estate market has high buyer interest and low housing inventory. With so many buyers competing for a limited number of homes, it’s more important than ever to know the ins and outs of making a confident and competitive offer. Here are five keys to success for this ... » Learn More about 5 Tips for Homebuyers Who Want to Make a Competitive Offer
Ways to Hold Title in Oregon
Common Ways of Vesting in Real Estate As an Individual An individual may hold title in their own name, whether married or unmarried, e.g, Jane Doe, an individual. (Adding the words "an individual" is optional.)If the individual is married and is alone in title, the spouse has no right or ... » Learn More about Ways to Hold Title in Oregon
Closing Costs Explained
When you are buying or selling real estate, you receive a statement of your estimated closing costs (for buyers it's typically called a Good Faith Estimate and for sellers it's typically called an Estimate of Net Proceeds). This chart helps break down some of those estimated closing costs, but know ... » Learn More about Closing Costs Explained