By Eric Yoder Buying your first home in the Tampa Bay area is exciting, but there’s something in the closing disclosure to be aware of: title insurance. In Florida, it’s one of the smartest...
By Eric Yoder Moving to Tampa has been a hot-button topic for a while. It makes sense: Beautiful beaches, weather, no state income tax, and an ever-improving job market make this city a great next...
By Eric Yoder After all you’ve been through in the housing process, the deal falls apart at the 11th hour. Why? Getting pre-approved can feel like you’ve got it in the bag, but all pre-approvals...
By Eric Yoder If you’ve been putting off buying your first home in Tampa because you think your credit score isn’t good enough, you’re not alone. Fannie Mae found that roughly one in three Americans...
By Eric Yoder You’ve been saving for a down payment, your credit score looks solid, and you’re ready to start shopping for a home in Tampa. But when you sit down with a lender, they bring up a...
By Eric Yoder After spending dozens of hours on the house hunt, you’re finally ready to make that big purchase. You’ve saved up your down payment, checked your credit, and browsed listings late into...
By Eric Yoder Something to be aware of when buying your first home is your credit score. Your credit score can, believe it or not, make or break your home-buying process. Before diving headfirst...