Sandy Malbrue's Blog

Posted on 08/22/2023
A starter guide to mortgage underwriting
For most homebuyers, securing financing through a mortgage...
Read More
Posted on 08/18/2023
Don’t Expect a Wave of Foreclosures
[INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights With ongoing high inflation pushing up everyday costs, some people are worried that'll create a flood of foreclosures. Here's why that's unlikely. Fewer people are seriously behind on mortgage payments right now. If foreclosures were going to rise a lot, more people would need to be late on their payments. Since most are paying on...
Read More
Posted on 08/15/2023
The best TV stands for your home media room
Many homeowners prioritize finding the best televisions...
+ 3 more
Read More
Posted on 08/08/2023
The basics of building a deck: What material to use
Among the basics of building a deck is deciding what...
+ 3 more
Read More
Posted on 08/01/2023
4 Amazing outdoor decoration ideas
There is an overwhelming amount of excellent options for...
+ 5 more
Read More
Posted on 07/25/2023
Prepare for buying your first home: Steps in the process
What are the steps in buying your first home? The...
+ 2 more
Read More
Posted on 07/19/2023
Explaining Today’s Mortgage Rates
Explaining Today’s Mortgage Rates If you’re following mortgage rates because you know they impact your borrowing costs, you may be wondering what the future holds for them. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to answer that question because mortgage rates are notoriously hard to forecast. But, there’s one thing that’s historically a good indicator of what’ll happen with rates, and...
Read More
Posted on 07/18/2023
Basics of refinance: Costs and fees to consider
Many homeowners have at least entertained the idea of...
+ 3 more
Read More
Posted on 07/14/2023
Low Housing Inventory Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Low Housing Inventory Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights Today’s housing inventory is still well below more normal years. This low inventory is why homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers. If you want to sell your house, now is a great time because inventory is still low. Let’s connect...
Read More
Posted on 07/11/2023
How to increase curb appeal on a budget
Whether you’re preparing to sell your home or simply want...
Read More
Posted on 07/04/2023
Home repair: Garage door problems & how to solve them
Among the many features of your home that might need...
+ 1 more
Read More
Posted on 06/27/2023
Major Types of Veteran Mortgage Relief
If you have a VA loan, the U.S. government has options in place to assist you in case of financial hardship. There are multiple programs available to help you avoid late payments and foreclosure if your mortgage meets eligibility. Here are the major veteran mortgage relief options to know: Refund Modification A refund modification affects the principal and...
+ 4 more
Read More
Showing Results
85 - 96 of402