Steve Maher, Yakima Hometown Realty

12/12/2019

If you're thinking of buying your first home, the first step is to get pre-approved for a home loan. Let me know if you need me to connect you with a lender.

If you're worried about your credit score not being high enough, don't worry! We can help get your credit score to where it needs to be. Call or message me to learn how.

If you are reading this and don't live in Yakima, I can connect you with a high caliber Realtor from your area.

Make 2020 the year of owning your first home!

Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point. This is a great driver for homeownership, as today’s low rates provide consumers with some significant benefits. Here’s a look at three of them: Refinance: If you already own a home, you may want to decide if you.....

11/06/2019

The gap between the increase in personal income and residential real estate prices has been used to defend the concept that we are experiencing an affordability crisis in housing today. It is true that home prices and wages are two key elements in any affordability equation. There is, however, an

10/31/2019

If you need some lender recomnendations, PM me. I'll give some names (no, they don't pay me! 🤣).

A considerable number of potential buyers shy away from the real estate market because they’re uncertain about the buying process – particularly when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. For many, the mortgage process can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be! In order to qualify in today’s ...

10/20/2019

Are you looking for a home in the Yakima area? If so, check out this listing before it's gone! Give me a call at (509) 961-1105 for more information or comment below with any questions!

Don't miss out! A great opportunity for a first-time home-buyer or investor to buy a home within the West Valley School District. Schools and shopping are all close by! This home sits on a large lot in a quaint neighborhood. There is beautiful hardwood flooring hiding under the carpet...

10/09/2019

Okay, Pop Quiz: What is PMI?

Some Highlights: Learning the lingo of homebuying is an important part of feeling successful when buying a home. From APR to P&I, you need to know the acronyms that will come up along the way, and what they mean when you hear them. Your local professionals are here to help you feel co

09/23/2019

PTSI, my FSBO friends. Price to sell immediately.

In today’s real estate market, more houses are coming to market every day. Eager buyers are searching for their dream homes, so setting the right price for your house is one of the most important things you can do. According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, home values have risen at over ...

08/23/2019

PSA for homebuyers :)

When someone is thinking about buying or selling a home, they want to be well-informed. They want to make the right decision for themselves and their family. They scour the internet for any information they can find about the housing market. Today, there is an abundance of information available.