Active duty service members move every 3 years on average. For military families, frequent relocation can create added stress, as you have to find new housing, coordinate the logistics of a move, and establish new roots in an unfamiliar place. At Benchmark, we want to help alleviate some of that stress, and help ensure a …
The Veterans Affairs office has made adjustments to the way VA Loans can now be done in these uncertain times.
Special measures have been taken to help account for challenges facing the real estate market due to COVID-19. Here are the temporary flexibilities in place to facility the continuation of transactions for buyers.
As social distancing sweeps the nation, Benchmark offers our clients Hybrid E-Closes where you can sign up to 70% of your documents remotely! Watch the video to learn more.
COVID-19, the Federal Reserve cuts rates, and Rate locks now good for 60 days. A lot is going on in the housing market and the country as a whole. Let's dive in, and see how this could affect you and your mortgage.
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions and commitments many will make. Unfortunately, there are several outdated and false ideas surrounding the home buying process and what exactly is needed to qualify for, and purchase a home in 2020. In this list, we are breaking down five of the most common home …
When buying a custom home, consider a One Time Close to simplify the buying process.
If you are looking for your first, or next, home, you will likely tour several before finding "the one." Before you let yourself be swept off your feet, stay grounded and take a closer look. While you will want to get a professional inspection, it's a good idea to get a good idea on your own. Doing so may save the cost of a professional, if significant issues are discovered, or if the home needs more work than you are willing to take on.
In 1999, a couple of friends who worked as loan officers decided that they could do more. The mortgage industry needed something new and better. The time was right to prioritize the client experience. They knew that doing better meant putting the best team together. They wanted to create a company that would set standards; …
With the summer home buying season heating up, we are here to help with some of your top Google searches about buying a home. We looked at the data from Google Trends to find out your top questions about homeownership.
