Blog Articles | Riki McBride
Jul 6, 2023

3 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Climate and Weather Risks

Florida hurricanes, earthquakes in California, tornadoes in the Midwest- there are geographical and weather

Jun 27, 2023

Putting Off Buying a Home Comes at a Price

Buy now, or wait until rates decrease? That’s the question prospective homeowners are struggling to

Jun 6, 2023

Avoid Becoming a Victim of These Latest Identity Theft Tactics

Cybercriminals are diversifying their tactics and using stealthier methods to commit identity theft and

Jun 1, 2023

Credit Card Debt Hits All-Time High: Should You Refinance to Consolidate?

Americans have an absolute mountain of credit card debt- currently $986 billion, to be exact. On top

May 23, 2023

Why Buyers Need an Expert Agent by Their Side

The process ofbuying a homecan feel a bit intimidating, even under normal circumstances. But

May 18, 2023

Buy Now, Sell Later: Qualifying for a New Home Without Selling Your Current One

If you are a current homeowner looking to move, you know the challenges that come with finding a new home

Apr 27, 2023

Facts, Not Headlines: Understanding the New Loan Level Price Adjustments

Starting May 1, upfront fees for loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will see changes in the Loan

Apr 20, 2023

Spring Cleaning: How to Sustainably Donate Your Unwanted Items

With Earth Day coming up on April 22nd, it seems like the perfect occasion to begin some spring cleaning.

Apr 13, 2023

Rates are Forecasted to Rise, Now Could Be a Good Time to Consider an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)

It’s easy to understand why predictable, Fixed-Rate Mortgages are a popular choice. However, the benefits of an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) may surprise you- especially as rates are projected to continue to rise in 2023

Mar 9, 2023

Your Digital Legacy: Emergency SOS Features, Legacy Contacts, and More

Setting up emergency features only takes a minute, but they can be vital in a crisis. Emergency SOS

Feb 28, 2023

Real-Life Treasure: Checking Unclaimed Funds

Most people have never heard of unclaimed funds, but if a business, government office, or other source owes

Feb 24, 2023

Home Buyer’s Edge: Get Your Offer Accepted in 3 Simple Steps

A Full Credit Approval can be the difference between getting your offers rejected and finding your dream home

Feb 21, 2023

What You Need to Know About Tenant-Occupied Properties

Whether you’re purchasing or selling a tenant-occupied property, there are a handful of guidelines and

Feb 12, 2023

What Typical Rent vs. Buy Comparisons Often Fail to Mention

Typical rent vs. buy calculators, such as Freddie Mac’s, compare the total cost of renting and owning a

Feb 7, 2023

Payment Saver Program: A Temporary Interest Rate Buydown Could Be Your Answer

As borrowers navigate historically low inventory, inflation concerns, and volatile interest rates, there is