It appears for the past couple of years buyers have been waiting to purchase a home in hopes the interest rates would drop.  Sellers need to sell.  This has put most sellers in a bind because in order to move they need to sell and it’s just not happening right now like it was a […]

If you think you missed your pot of Gold; well, you haven’t.  Take the initial step in the buying process and get prequalified.  You may just surprise yourself.  New listings and inventory are on the rise so don’t wait to buy real estate. Check your credit score every 2-3 months.  Checking your own credit score […]

With Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season just around the corner, I’m going to address property management services for those of you who are thinking about renting your home and don’t want the headache of doing it yourself. First, let me introduce myself:  My name is Joanie Pape! I grew up in Fort Walton Beach, […]

It is so important for people to know what their credit score is. You can get a free copy of your credit report once a year at annualcreditreport.com The word is: Mortgage rates will average 6.3% in 2024. Most people are intimidated by the home buying process because they don’t have a clue where to […]