Thinking about buying a home in Wisconsin this year? Whether you’re a first-time buyer or making a move-up purchase, 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting (and competitive) year in the housing market. Here are 5 key things you should know before jumping in: ✅ 1. Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – But Still Impact […]
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Wisconsin, you might be closer to homeownership than you think. You may only need 3% – 3.5% down, and programs like ARRIVE can even help cover that. Here’s everything you need to know. 🏡 Low Down Payment Options (Conventional – 3%) Both Fannie Mae HomeReady and Freddie Mac Home […]
Buying a home in Wisconsin? Your first step – and most important – is getting pre-approved for a mortgage. Pre-approval gives you clarity on what you can afford, speeds up your home buying process, and strengthens your offer with sellers. According to Rocket Mortgage, pre-approval letters can make your offer 2 – 3x more competitive […]
Every year, thousands of veterans in Wisconsin pay more for their mortgage than they need to – simply because they don’t know how the VA home loan works or assume they don’t qualify. Let’s clear that up. Whether you’re active duty, a veteran, reservist, or surviving spouse, the VA loan may be the most powerful […]
Credit card debt in the U.S. just hit a new record – over $1.3 trillion in balances. And for many homeowners in Wisconsin, those sky-high interest rates (often 20% or more) are becoming unsustainable. The good news? If you own a home, you might be sitting on a powerful financial tool to fight back: cash-out […]
