Your Midland REALTOR® will walk you through the entire home-buying process from start to finish, but here’s a quick look at some of the things you’ll have to do before you sign the dotted line. 5 Things You MUST Do Before Closing on Your Next Home Check out these five big milestones you need to [...]
If you’re like most people, you already know that buying a home is part of a negotiation process. You ask for something, the seller agrees or disagrees, you adjust your expectations and try again. But what most people believe is that you can only negotiate price in a real estate purchase contract – and they’re [...]
If you’re like most people who have to move during the COVID-19 pandemic, you have safety on your mind – but how are you supposed to swing a move without putting yourself (or anyone else) at risk? This guide to moving safely during the COVID-19 pandemic explains. How to Move Safely During the COVID-19 Pandemic [...]
Before you sign the dotted line that makes you a Texas homeowner, you’ll hire a home inspector to check out the Midland home you’re buying. Your REALTOR® can refer you to an inspector, but here are five questions you should always ask before hiring. 5 Questions to Ask a Home Inspector When you hire a [...]
If you’re a member of the U.S. Armed Forces, a veteran (retired or not), a defense contractor or a qualifying dependent, you could be eligible to buy a home for sale in Midland using a VA loan. But what is a VA loan, and how does it work? Here’s what you need to know. Related: [...]
If you’re an adventurer at heart who’s buying a home in Midland, we have great news for you: There are five truly amazing, weird, wild and wonderful places you can visit in and around Midland that are definitely worth a road trip. Check out these five off-the-beaten-path attractions near Midland to plan your next few [...]
Few people think about drains until there is a problem, but well-working and maintained drains such as your sink, washer, toilet and shower drains can save you a ton of time, effort and money. Consider how old your drains are and if they are metal or plastic. This could potentially affect their projected duration and [...]
If you’re like many people, you’re wondering what kind of credit score you’ll need to get a mortgage in 2018 – and you’re wondering what to do if your credit isn’t quite up to snuff for approval on a conventional mortgage. What Credit Score Do You Need to Get a Mortgage in 2018? Generally, banks [...]
When you’re buying a home, whether it’s a house for sale in Briarwood, a home for sale in Grassland Estates, or a home for sale in Greathouse, these are the first seven steps you need to take to get started. 7 Steps to Take Before You Buy a Home in Midland Make a wish list. Start looking at Midland [...]
When lenders look at your loan application, whether you’re buying a house for sale in Briarwood, a home for sale in Grassland Estates, or a home for sale in Greathouse, they want to know what your debt-to-income ratio is. Lenders assess your ability to repay the loan on a long-term basis, so they look at your ability to pay [...]
