Am I too young to buy a home? This is a common question Millennials are asking themselves in this sellers’ market. Fairway Mortgage recently sat down with two young home buyers aged 23 and 26 to hear their story on why they are glad they bought as Millennials. 4 Tips from Millennials on the Advantages […]
Remember the last time you went to the doctor and they asked, “On a scale of 1-10, how much pain are you in?” You might also think of it on that smiley face-to-frowney face chart. Instead of anti-biotics or vitamins, you may be looking for a financial cure if your credit score is negatively impact […]
It might be a seller’s market but that doesn’t mean buyers don’t have leverage. Here are a dozen things home buyers can negotiate for when buying a new house beyond the cost of the home itself. Beyond Price: 12 Things You Can Negotiate When Buying a House 1. Anything listed on the inspection report. Even […]
You should take time to understand the similarities and differences of different loans before buying a house. Here is a comparison of Conventional loans and FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loans broken up into categories. So you’re thinking about buying a home. You ask yourself, “Where do I want to live? What style of home am […]
While some people love to travel on vacation, for those who travel for work on a regular basis or just crave peace and quiet, a staycation at home might be preferable. Homeowner Staycation Spending Started Before the Great Recession Vacations come in all shapes and sizes and one size definitely does not fit all. Whether […]
Bare walls can be tricky to decorate and if you’ve just moved into a new home chances are you have a lot of them! Whether you’ve just moved into your home, or you’re just looking for some creative ideas to decorate bare walls, check out these six ways to dress up bare walls throughout your […]
Buying a house is a big step and can feel even bigger if you’re a first time home buyer. From saving up for a down payment to making sure your you’ve tested the commute, there are a ton of smaller tasks involved with purchasing a home. If you find yourself overwhelmed thinking about buying your […]
You might think that you only need to meet with your home loan officer when it’s time to buy a new house, but that’s not so. We sat down with Fairway’s Tacoma Branch Manager Michael Fornerette and asked, “Do clients ever meet a mortgage lender like you other than when they want to buy a […]
Owning a home is a major accomplishment, but also requires quite a bit of work to keep it orderly and maintained. If you’re looking to sell your home, check out these six tips to bump up the curb appeal, appearance, and overall market value. Putting in a little effort to increase home value can go […]
If you’re an avid wine drinker, you’ve likely popped your fair share of wine corks, but tossing them aside doesn’t have to be a certainty. Wine corks can be repurposed as practical items that decorate and declutter your home while adding a personalized touch. Take a look at six wine cork projects for home decorating […]
When applying for a mortgage to buy or refinance a home, debt plays a large role in determining your loan allowance. While paying an entire section of debt off at one time (i.e. student loans) may seem daunting or impossible, take a look at five effective ways to pay off debt in a timely fashion before buying […]
To buy a home, you will probably need at least a little cash on hand. While there are ways to minimize the cash you’ll need to put down toward the purchase of a new home, avoiding it altogether is nearly impossible. One of the things you need to budget for when buying a home is […]
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