Arizona Housing Market Recap
The housing market, along with much of everything else, has taken us on quite a wild ride this past year. Things are currently shifting in Arizona, and with the help [...]
Is A Home Warranty A Good Idea?
As we do with most of our blogs, I will give you the answer right away. "Is a home warranty a good idea?" It depends. I know it’s not [...]
Dave Ramsey Cost Me a House
I don’t own a home. It’s not entirely Dave Ramsey’s fault, but following his philosophy sure didn’t help. In 2017 my wife, Heather, and I set out to buy [...]
Reasons Why You Can’t Close a Home Loan Early
Imagine, you have signed a purchase contract to buy a house. You and your family are very excited! As part of the purchase contract you and the seller signed, [...]
Too Late For a Cash-Out Refinance?
We’ve written about a cash-out refinance being a great way to boost your finances. Skyrocketing home values made it possible for a lot of people to take out their [...]
How to Easily Sell Your Current Home and Buy Another One
If you’ve ever simultaneously sold a home and bought a new one you know how disruptive this process is. Think about what you had to do: Put your home [...]
Reverse Mortgages: A Case Study
Today’s retirees are increasingly dependent on their investment portfolios to provide for their income. Since pensions are less common, the risks have fallen on them to deal with producing [...]
Having Your Finances Under One Roof
Are you the type of person who has accounts at multiple places? If I asked you to find information about your life insurance policies, would you know where to [...]
What Can I Expect From My Investments?
Have you ever had a situation where your expectations were not met? Perhaps your expectations were unrealistic? This scenario usually results in disappointment, stress, and frustration. I believe that [...]
iBuyers: The Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home Online
Traditionally, when thinking of listing your home, you go to a realtor. However, with recent advances in technology, everything can be done online--including the sale of your house. And [...]