Blog Articles | Riki McBride
Jan 24, 2023

Debunking 5 Common Credit Inquiry Myths

It’s time to separate credit facts from credit fiction. Vic Melillo, credit master for over 30

Jan 19, 2023

Great News: Fee Elimination, Lower Rates for First- Time Homebuyers

In an effort to offer legitimate assistance to first-time homebuyers in a higher rate environment, Fannie Mae

Jan 10, 2023

2023 Real Estate Market Forecast: Positive Possibilities and a Gradual Return to Normalcy

The 2022 housing market was defined by two factors: inflation and rising mortgage rates. In many ways, the

Jan 5, 2023

3 Best Practices for Selling Your House This Year

A new year brings with it the opportunity fornew experiences. If that resonates with you because

Dec 15, 2022

Is the Real Estate Market Still Seasonal?

Prior to the pandemic, real estate activity followed predictable seasonal patterns. The market would pick up

Dec 13, 2022

Fraud Expert Frank Abagnale’s 7 Tips for Protecting Your Credit and Your Identity

Considered one of the world’s most respected authorities on credit fraud and identity theft, Frank

Dec 8, 2022

Key Advantages of Buying a Home Today

There’s no doubtbuying a hometoday is different than it was over the past couple of years,

Nov 29, 2022

The Cost of Convenience: Tracking Your Forgotten Recurring Subscriptions

35% of Americans signed up for accounts with recurring payments without even realizing, according to a survey

Nov 8, 2022

Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today

Every time there’s a news segment about the housing market, we hear about the affordability challenges

Oct 18, 2022

BRRR: A Realistic Strategy for Rental Properties

The BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) method is a real estate investment strategy that details how

Oct 3, 2022

Home Loans for Newlyweds: Using Gift Funds for a Down Payment

The average cost of a mortgage down payment for a first-time buyer is approximately 7% of the total property

Sep 27, 2022

Is the Housing Market Finally Settling Down?

Stories of frequent and intense bidding wars have dominated real estate headlines for months. With the number

Sep 19, 2022

10 Tips for Better Password Security

A strong password is an essential piece of your online security, but it’s tempting to fall into the bad

Sep 16, 2022

How to Compete With Cash Offers Without Sacrificing Your Budget

Partnering with the right lender can make your offer more attractive. Plenty of sellers worry about having the deal fall through at the last moment. We offer Home Buyer’s Edge, a full credit approval program that verifies every aspect of a buyer’s credit profile by an underwriter, giving the seller assurances that the deal is as good as done. "

Jun 9, 2022

12 Factors That Determine Your Mortgage Interest Rate

Your transaction type and individual financial profile influence your borrowing costs. The following 12