Main Content

Buyer Tips

Vacation Home Buying Tips in Lake Havasu

Lake Havasu has long been a mecca for vacationers, especially in the Southwest USA. After coming out to our neck of the woods a few times, many people look at buying a second home here. Home ownership offers a couple of conveniences. #1 - You d...

Read more

Real Estate Agent Search: Finding “The One”

As Business Insider reported earlier this month, it looks like we may see mortgage rates continue to come down. Unfortunately, that does not mean that they will magically return to the 2% to 3% range. However, experts predict somewhere in the l...

Read more

New Homeowner Tips: What You Should Focus on First

Congratulations on buying a Lake Havasu home. This very well may be the biggest financial decision you make in your life. As a new homeowner, there are a few very important areas you need to focus on right away. New Homeowner Tips: What Yo...

Read more

How Bankruptcy Affects a Home Buyer

According to the US Court website, more than 430,000 people filed for bankruptcy last year. The decision to do so brings many emotions along with it: shame, embarrassment, depression, anger. It also affects your finances for several years after...

Read more

Why Right Now May be the Right Time to Buy a Home

In just 10 days, we bid our final adieu to 2023. The busiest time of year to buy a Havasu home tends to be in late spring/early summer. But that does not mean that you should wait until then to look for your next property. Find out why the righ...

Read more

Fixed-Rate Mortgage Pros and Cons

In this blog, we've discussed FHA loans and conventional loans. We've also talked about adjustable-rate loans. So it made sense for us to tell you about the pros and cons of a fixed-rate mortgage as well. Fixed-Rate Mortgage Pros and Cons ...

Read more

Real Cost of Buying a Home

You scrimp and you save for months...maybe even years...to buy a home. Finally, the time feels right. You're ready to dig in your heels and start looking. You prepared yourself for some of the basic expenses. But did you ever stop to think abou...

Read more

One of the mortgage loan options Havasu home buyers may choose is an FHA loan. Do you know what an FHA loan is and who actually qualifies for one?

What is an FHA Loan?

Unless you pay all cash for a Lake Havasu home purchase, you probably need to contend with a lender. They may offer you the option of a conventional loan, a government-backed loan, or a VA loan. While conventional loans are the most common, man...

Read more

Rent-to-Own: Real Estate Edition

When first starting out living on your own, many people rely on hand-me-downs from their parents, second-hand stores, or used furniture purchased on OfferUp to furnish their places. After all, good new furniture can cost a pretty penny. Other p...

Read more