Tag: financial literacy

HOMEteam Success!!!

By on September 28, 2018 in Success Stories

Homeownership was a goal for Jackie and Mike Thompson while renting an apartment in Concord.  However, they were not certain about how prepared they were and were still just thinking about the possibility.  In August 2017, they participated in HOMEteam’s Financial Literacy workshop series, followed by an eight-hour First-Time Home Buyer seminar in[...]
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Hard work brings New Hampshire family home

By on June 2, 2015 in Success Stories

When Jeremy Charron lost his construction job in the wake of the 2008 housing crisis, he and his wife Siobhan had no choice but to file for bankruptcy.  They thought their credit would never recover, even after they got back on their feet, and that their dream of owning a home would remain[...]
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How does my credit score affect buying a home?

By on February 24, 2015 in Financial Tips

Tips to build the score you need for the mortgage you want. Your credit score is an important factor in buying your new home. It helps determine the type of loan you qualify for, the interest rate you pay, how much you can spend on a home, and in some cases if you[...]
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What can I be preapproved for vs. what I can afford.

By on August 19, 2014 in Financial Tips

Everyone answers a simple question at the onset of each Home Buyer Seminar: “How much are you prepared to spend on your monthly mortgage compared to your rent?” The question is simple enough, and answers typically range from $150 less, to about the same, all the way up to whatever it takes. While[...]
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Buying a House? First, Put Your Financial House in Order

By on July 29, 2014 in Financial Tips

You know you want to own a home one day, but how do you get there? One of the first steps you can take that will also bring long-term benefits is taking charge of your finances. Besides getting you ready to make that important purchase, it can give you confidence, show you what[...]
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