If you’re house-hunting, relocating with the military, or investing in real estate, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is, “When is the best time to lock in my mortgage rate?”. Lock too early and you could miss out on a better deal. Wait too long, and rates might jump before you close. Let’s

If you’re considering buying or selling a home in Pennsylvania in 2025 or 2026, brace yourself: The appraisal world is changing and that could have implications for you. In the past, an appraisal involved a licensed appraiser walking around the house and checking comps of nearby homes.  He would th

It’s finally here…Settlement Day! Commonly known as “going to closing” this is the day where a real estate deal is made official. It’s the day where you’re trading money, signing a deed and finally getting the keys to your dream home. The surprise for so many people is just how many papers are waiti