What is Earnest Money, Exactly?

What is Earnest Money, Exactly?

Buying a home is an expensive investment. From paying appraisal fees, inspectors, and purchasing a title insurance policy, there are many closing costs to be aware of. When buying a home in a tight housing market, one cost you may have not heard of is earnest money,...
What is Escrow on a Mortgage and How Does it Work?

What is Escrow on a Mortgage and How Does it Work?

If you’re using a mortgage to purchase a home, you’ve probably heard the word “escrow” used in a few different contexts. In most cases, your lender will require you to have an escrow account before continuing with the mortgage process. But what...
How to Compete in a Tight Housing Market

How to Compete in a Tight Housing Market

Demand for housing is at an all-time high. When the marketplace is hot, buying a home can become a frustrating experience. You fall in love with a house, only to find out you weren’t the first bidder, sometimes many times over. In some locations, property sells within...
Five Reasons Why Spring is the Best Season to Sell

Five Reasons Why Spring is the Best Season to Sell

At Perpetual Title, our staff consists of professionals with experience in legal matters, contracting, real estate sales, purchases, and development. We concur with real estate experts that the prime home-selling season begins each spring and lasts through the summer....