A blog for your new home journey
Tag: online resources
-
Goodbye, Base Housing! Hot Homes Near Military Installations
Read moreLooking for a beautiful new home that’s also located near a military base? Richmond American has you covered! We’re proud to help military families achieve the American Dream of homeownership, and currently have several communities located near bases throughout the country, several of which have quick move-in options available.
-
5 Resources for Navigating Mortgage Options
Read moreWith so many available mortgage options, it can be confusing to know which path is right for you. The following online resources can help you understand the differences between loan types and answer other questions that may arise when financing your dream home. Fannie Mae® This site has information on everything from estimating mortgage payments […]
-
Ways to Jumpstart Your House Hunt Online
Read moreGood news (and we could all use some right about now)! Not everyone can make it out to a sales center at the moment, but that doesn’t mean you have to put your home search on hold. Regardless of current circumstances, you can ramp up your house hunt right now, from the comfort of your […]
-
Most Popular Blog Stories on Social Media
Read moreWe love our blog, and we thoroughly enjoy sharing home-focused articles on social media! In honor of Homeward’s eighth anniversary, we’ve compiled this year’s most popular blog stories (according to our audiences on social media). Preparing for a Move: How to Declutter & Minimize This blog was written in 2017, but it remains a fan […]
-
Online Tools to Improve Credit
Read moreAn acceptable credit score is one of the keys to getting your home loan application approved. Mortgage lenders have historically used FICO® scores—derived from data collected by one or more of the three major credit bureaus—as a major factor in determining whether you qualify for a mortgage. Different mortgage lenders can approve or deny loans based […]
-
How to Use a Mortgage Calculator
Read moreMortgage calculators are an underappreciated example of how the web has made home shopping easier, smarter and flashier. OK, maybe not flashier, but definitely easier and smarter, as they can provide quick insights into whether you’re able to afford a mortgage, and if so, what you’ll want or need for a down payment, monthly payment, […]
-
Key New Website Features to Help Your Home Search
Read moreWith our latest refresh, RichmondAmerican.com is better poised than ever to help you find your dream home. Let’s check out some of the exciting new website features! Improved Search The search bar now has a much more prominent presence on the home page, making it easier for you to jump right in and find what […]
-
Online Marketing Techniques to Sell Your Home
Read moreWhen it comes to marketing your home online, your best bet is probably a seller’s agent with the industry tools, skills and know-how to effectively advertise your home on the multiple listing service (MLS). However, once your MLS listing is out in the world, you might find that broadcasting it with some powerful—and freely available—online […]
-
Social Media for Homebuyers
Read moreSocial media has transformed the homebuying process in recent years, making it possible to identify, view and get advice and opinions on new homes without ever leaving the comfort of your current home. Facebook, Houzz, YouTube, GreatSchools.org… One thing is certain. There is no shortage of social media tools to help today’s homebuyers home in […]
-
Lesser Known Online Tools for Homebuyers
Read moreHouse hunting has gone digital in recent years. In fact, an overwhelming majority of buyers turn to the web at some point during the homebuying process, according to the National Association of Realtors®. If you’re in this camp, you have probably already visited a variety of homebuilder websites, along with the usual suspects: Realtor.com, Trulia, […]
-
Making the Most of a Mortgage Calculator
Read moreA mortgage calculator can be very helpful when you’re deciding how to approach the financial side of buying a home. It can give you a ballpark figure of what your monthly mortgage payment may be so you can estimate expenses. It can also help you decide if you might prefer a fixed-rate or an adjustable-rate […]
-
Choosing a Website for Your New Home Search
Read moreSo you’re in the market for a new home…now what? The first step is starting your online search. It’s important to discover what homes are selling for in your area before you set up a budget and scope out potential neighborhoods. But which website do you choose? Here’s a rundown of a few of the […]
