Krystal Castiglia, Loan Officer

12/07/2022

Renovating a home, no matter the time of year, can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming. However, renovating in the winter may come with its own set of additional issues.

Here are some of the most common missteps homeowners make during a wintertime home renovation.

Renovating a home, no matter the time of year, can be stressful. But renovating in the winter is especially challenging. Here's why.

12/02/2022

Home prices, mortgage rates, and inventory – oh my! What does the 2023 housing market have in store for us? Realtor.com® has shared their annual housing forecast.

The housing market has been on a wild ride lately. Will it continue to slow or rev back up again in 2023? Here are our predictions.

12/01/2022

The Federal Housing Finance Agency has announced the conforming loan limits for 2023! The new conforming loan limit for single-family properties is $726,200 – up nearly $80,000 from the 2022 limit of $647,200. In certain high-cost areas it will be $1,089,300 for single family properties.

This annual report describes FHFA's accomplishments, as well as challenges, the agency faced in meeting the strategic goals and objectives during the past fiscal year.

11/22/2022

I hope this year’s Thanksgiving is full of friends, family, food, and many reasons to be thankful. Here’s to celebrating this time‐honored tradition. Happy Thanksgiving.

10/28/2022

Ghostly greetings to you and yours! Wishing you a fun and safe Halloween.

09/23/2022

Money can be a significant source of stress. We’ve got some tips for steps you can take to get a handle on your finances if you’re impacted by the coronavirus...

Money can be a significant source of stress. We’ve got some tips for steps you can take to get a handle on your finances if you’re impacted by the coronavirus.

09/13/2022

While buying a home has gotten decidedly pricier, you may not have to walk away. There is good news glimmering on the horizon. Prices are slowly coming down and homes are sitting on the market longer.

Are you a frustrated buyer? Before you give up and walk away from the housing market, we have advice on how you can still land a home.

08/09/2022

If you're considering a property that you plan to build on or add a structure to, be sure to investigate the governing setbacks. The local planning department is a great place to start learning about where and how you can make improvements.

As a homeowner, it's crucial to clearly understand where your property setbacks are and how they affect what you can build.

08/08/2022

From DIY design hacks to wallet-friendly internet finds, all of these living room looks will bring décor bang without having to spend too many bucks.

Not ready to blow your paycheck on home decor? No problem. These five looks will instantly upgrade your living room on the cheap.