by Scott Gentry | Oct 25, 2024 | Finding a Home
When you start house-hunting, the standard advice goes something like: Find a house that’s within your budget, close to work, and doesn’t resemble something from a horror movie. But let’s face it, today’s housing market demands that you dig a little deeper. So, here’s... 
by Scott Gentry | Oct 21, 2024 | Building Credit, First-Time Homebuyer, Managing Debt
So, you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy a home. Welcome to adulthood’s grand arena, where instead of gladiators fighting lions, you’ll battle credit scores and interest rates. And spoiler alert: the lions might be less terrifying. Your credit score... 
by Scott Gentry | Oct 17, 2024 | First-Time Homebuyer
Buying a house is a lot like preparing for a marathon—except with less running and way more paperwork. You wouldn’t show up for the race without training first, right? Well, the same goes for buying a house. But how do you know if you’re ready to cross the... 
by Scott Gentry | Oct 7, 2024 | First-Time Homebuyer
Purchasing a home is a significant milestone, but for many first-time buyers, gathering the funds for a down payment and closing costs can be challenging. To help ease the financial burden, various regions across the U.S. offer first-time homebuyer... 
by Scott Gentry | Oct 2, 2024 | First-Time Homebuyer
For first-time homebuyers, the excitement of purchasing a home often comes with a steep learning curve—especially when it comes to understanding property taxes. Property taxes are a critical part of homeownership and can impact both your monthly budget and the overall...