Marissa Lisky's Blog Posts

 Buying a house is exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. Not only must you find your dream home, but you must secure financing too unless you’re paying cash. The financing

Do you Know What that Interest Rate will Cost You? Mortgage Rates Matter! If you’re in the market for a house, you might think about the features the house has or the price, but how often

If you’re trying to sell your house, you likely think you need an open house. While it’s not the only way to sell your house and most open houses don’t sell the house but instead

What is a First Time Buyer Program and How do you Qualify?First-time homebuyers have one major obstacle – the down payment. When you already own a home and sell it to buy another, usually you

Can a Seller Require Prospective Buyers to be Fully Vaccinated to View the Property?Sellers are in the driver’s seat when it comes to deciding what they will and will not accept, especially

The Best Mortgage Loans for First-Time Homebuyers Buying your first home can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. You’re fulfilling the American dream but at the same time,

What Factors Affect Mortgage Approval?Before you look at homes, it’s always a good idea to get pre-approved for a mortgage. This way you know how much you can afford and what your mortgage

How to Get a Mortgage with Bad CreditThe first thing lenders look at when you apply for a mortgage is your credit. If you have a bad credit score, it could be harder to secure financing, but not

Which Home Renovations Generate the Highest ROI?Did you know that not all home renovations affect your home’s value? In other words, your ROI could be next to nothing on some renovations. Even

When is the Best Time to Sell my Home?You want top dollar for your house, and you want it to sell fast too. It’s a tall order to fill, but when you know the best time to sell your house, it

Renting vs Owning – Which is Right for You?If you’re thinking about moving this year, you may wonder if renting or owning is the best choice? While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all

My Tips for a Higher Home AppraisalThe home appraisal determines how much you’ll get for your home. You could ask for any price you want, but if your buyers need financing, it all depends on

How to Calculate your Debt-to-Income RatioIf you’re in the market to buy a house, your mortgage lender will look at a couple of main factors to determine if you qualify. Most people know they

Housing Market Predictions for 2022After a couple of years of short demand and crazy high sales prices, everyone wants to know, what will the 2022 housing market look like?While they are just