Buyer Resources Archives - Maureen Forgette

April 9, 2025

Creative ways to save for a home down payment

Contributing Author: Olivia Forgette Over 50-percent of aspiring homeowners state that the down payment and closing costs associated with purchasing a home are a significant obstacle. Making the leap from renter to homeowner can feel...

December 16, 2024

Renting Vs. Buying: Pros and Cons

Written by: Olivia Forgette Part of the stereotypical “American Dream” is a quintessential white picket fence home in a quaint community. In the current housing market sphere, this dream can feel out of reach for...

April 5, 2023

Real Estate Terms Cheat Sheet

Written by: Olivia Forgette Dipping your toes into the real estate market can feel daunting. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, or a seasoned pro who has been out of the game for a while; specific...

May 31, 2022

How To Choose The Right Credit Card

Written By: Olivia Forgete Credit cards are not a one-size-fits-all product. Depending on your needs, be it travel this summer or maybe you’re trying to improve your credit score to buy your dream home, we...

May 17, 2022

How to Create a Wishlist for Your Next Home

Written by: Olivia Forgette With spring in full swing, you may be thinking about making a real estate move. Whether you’re looking to downsize, upsize, or hunt for a location that better suits your...

January 10, 2022

Stop Renting and Become a First-Time Homebuyer

Written by: Olivia Forgette With the fresh start of 2022 upon us, it’s common for renters to be thinking about when their lease is going to end this year, and where exactly they are going...

April 28, 2021

Buying in a Competitive Market | Get Your Offer Accepted

Written By: Olivia Forgette Virtually all real estate markets across the United States are facing a shortage of inventory, as of spring 2021. Homes are selling in bidding wars for above asking price, and essentially...

Buying a Home: First Steps Every Buyer Should Know

Written By: Olivia Forgette You’re ready to dive into the world of homeownership, or maybe you already own your house, but are ready to move on to a new place to call yours. Purchasing a...