• Basic Mortgage Terms You Need To Know

    When you’re buying your own home, you had better go into it with an understanding of all the terms used in the mortgage business so that you really know what you’re getting into. Knowledge is power, and this is especially true when talking about large purchases like buying a...
  • 5 Myths About Escrow Accounts

    Escrow might make you uncomfortable, especially if you’ve heard any bad myths about these types of accounts. Whether you’re getting an escrow bank account or an escrow account mortgage, these are some myths you should know before getting started. Escrow accounts keep you from changing your home insurance. Switching...
  • How Much Do Mortgage Escrow Agents Charge?

    Escrow is one of the best ways to avoid fraud, but how much does it cost?  An escrow agent or officer can be someone from the closing company, an attorney, or a title company agent. It’s difficult to give a single price since the escrow agent fees vary and...
  • Mortgage Company or Bank? We Compare the Pros and Cons

    Mortgage brokers and banks operate differently in the delicate ecosystem of mortgage buying. You obviously want to get the best deal and the best experience overall. But which one fits you? Let us point the way.  Get out your notepad. We’re going to talk about what a mortgage broker is...
  • What Types of Escrow Services are There?

    Escrow refers to money that’s held by a third-party on behalf of transacting parties. Many different types of escrow services exist outside of buying and selling properties. Most escrow companies have experience in these various types, but knowing what you need from your escrow agent is the first step...