Barry Macchione

Your credit score is a fundamental component of a mortgage lender’s decision to approve you for a loan. It can also affect the interest rate and loan amount you can secure. Along with your income history and down payment, a solid credit score is one of the three most important things you’ll need when it comes to buying a...

For generations, people have been saying that "the kitchen is the heart of the home." The meaning of that expression is open to interpretation, but just about everyone would agree that kitchens are generally a relaxing place where family and friends congregate. Although there are a lot of things to consider when searching for just the right house that...

Take advantage of this huge 2-Story Home in the Buckeye Trace Subdivision at the affordable price of $219,900! This foreclosure has had some important repairs completed by the seller. If you need space and have a big family and you've been looking for a long time, this 5 bedroom 3 1/2 bath home is for you! Featuring the Master Suite down stairs and all of the other bedrooms upstairs. Master bath has a glassed shower stall and dual sinks. Kitchen is fully equipped with all appliances, granite counter tops, 1/2 bath down stairs for company convenience, screened enclosed back porch with nobody living behind you! The upstairs features a huge...

Owning a second home or vacation home is the dream of many Americans hoping to retire in style. However, owning a second home can also be a huge financial asset and even an added form of income if you’re savvy with the rental process. What stops most of us from buying a vacation home in our ideal getaway? The...