The annexation of twelve districts and thousands of people could bump Omaha into the list of America’s largest cities. As these things usually go, some property owners are all for
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You may have heard this term brought up lately in the local news. The owner of a building in downtown Omaha, located on 18th and Howard is being forced to
I just completed another designation of CDLP, Certified Divorce Lending Professional. This certification is designed to prepare me to become an integral member of my clients’ professional divorce team. I
The ROI (return on investment) will be different for every upgrade or renovation you choose for your home. Not surprisingly, major renovations will almost always yield a much lower ROI
Many of our clients are right on the cusp of deciding to buy a home when they come to us. They’re interested in homeownership, but aren’t quite sure if they’re
The term “pre-qualified” can be tricky. A pre-qualification for a loan does not mean that your financing is secure, although 37% of prospective home buyers believe it does. When you’re
To live in Omaha is to love Omaha…at least that’s what I believe. Communities like the one we are privileged to live in don’t just regenerate on their own. Habitat
Low unemployment is fantastic! It means that folks who want and need jobs have them. But there is a tipping point -a point at which there isn’t enough labor for
“Is there a way to lower my monthly payment?” If your debt has decreased and your credit score has improved, there is a good chance you could qualify for a lower
Owning a home has always been considered a common way Americans build wealth, but homeownership can be a distant dream for those holding a substantial amount of student loan debt.
Meet with your mortgage professional at least several months in advance. The advantage of time can be very important in this process. Connect with a real estate agent you trust.
Many of my clients have jumped on the “sharing economy” by renting out space from their homes or the entire home on third party rental apps like Airbnb. It’s a
When you apply for a mortgage loan, one of the first things your mortgage professional will tell you is to not do anything that can impact your credit until after
When it comes to home renovations, it’s a hard and fast rule that larger renovations yield a much lower ROI than smaller budget renovations. For instance, a minor kitchen remodel
A Large Wedding – I’m all for a party, don’t get me wrong, but weddings have become a little ridiculous. Millennials are entering into years of high debt for one
Home Prices Will Continue to Surge – Depending on the source, home prices shot up nearly 7% last year. Experts are expecting home prices to go up another 4.4% by
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