In our world of online everything, sometimes buying or selling a home can feel a little bit too much like online dating. (this article is meant to be fun).

If you’re considering becoming a landlord for a home you own - perhaps either mortgage-free or because you have a low interest rate, keep reading…

I was recently referred to an aspiring first-time home buyer, and we met at a local Starbucks to talk through the current state of the market, the buying process, and what might be the best next steps for him.

Here is some of what I told him.

Why does your credit matter? How is it calculated? What credit score do you need to buy a house?

Holiday movies are home to some now-famous homes. How many can you identify?

Chances are you have debt, but debt doesn’t mean you can’t buy a home. 77% of Americans have debt. Life is expensive and debt can quickly pile up.

The key is knowing HOW TO PAY OFF DEBT and IN WHAT ORDER.