Knowledge Base

Knowledge Base

Why Beycome’s FSBO and By Owner knowledge base matters Selling or buying a home on your own can feel like stepping into a completely new...

How Long Does it Take to Get a Loan?

At a glance the mortgage approval process only takes a few days. This is a “best case” scenario...

2 min Jul 6, 2021

Top Tips and Advice for First-Time Home Buyers

First-time home buyers don’t always know what to look for in purchasing their new home. We’re here to...

2 min Jul 5, 2021

How Much of a Down Payment Do I Need to Make?

The down payment is usually the biggest cash hurdle between renting and owning. The good news: you probably...

6 min Jul 5, 2021

What are the Different Types of Home Inspections?

Home inspections protect buyers from costly surprises. A house may look perfect at first glance, but appearance alone...

3 min Jul 3, 2021

What if I’m already listed on other major real estate websites?

That’s great news. With real estate syndication, your property reaches far beyond a single website. By distributing your...

2 min Apr 24, 2021

Is listing on the MLS with a broker/agent better?

When you list a property on the MLS®, you are accessing the same professional database used by all...

2 min Apr 24, 2021

Will REALTORS® be less likely to show my property since it is a flat fee listing?

NO! and here why. Flat fee MLS listings are not shown less than any other MLS listing. The...

2 min Apr 24, 2021

What are some examples of closing costs?

Here are the closing costs you can expect when buying a home. Understanding these costs ahead of time...

2 min Dec 16, 2020

Understanding the FL Pet Addendum for Lease Agreements

In Florida, a Pet Addendum is a common attachment to a residential lease agreement when a tenant plans...

3 min Sep 5, 2020

3 Easy Ways to Trim Your Mortgage Costs: A Real Life Example

Bringing down the cost of your mortgage sounds great in theory, but how does it look on paper?...

2 min Aug 3, 2020

Types of Mortgages Explained: Which Home Loan Is Right for You?

If you’re buying a home, picking the right type of mortgage can save you tens of thousands of...

6 min Aug 3, 2020

How Do I Lower My Mortgage Payment?

A high mortgage payment can quickly put pressure on your monthly budget. When housing costs take up too...

3 min Aug 3, 2020

Should I Refinance My Mortgage?

When is the best time to refinance, and should I refinance at all? These are questions homeowners ask...

2 min Aug 3, 2020

What is the Foreclosure Process and How Long Does it Take?

Foreclosure allows a lender to financially recover from a defaulted loan on a house. This processes is initiated...

2 min Aug 3, 2020

What is the Difference Between a Short Sale and a Deed-in-lieu?

There are two options when foreclosure is an inevitability and you want to make the process as painless...

2 min Aug 3, 2020

What Does a “Short Payoff” Mean?

Short Payoff

3 min Aug 3, 2020

Is 100% Financing Available?

The short answer? Yes, 100% financing is available! This is a great option for new and repeat buyers...

2 min Aug 3, 2020

How Long Does the Eviction Process Take?

When a landlord wants to remove a tenant from their rental home, they move forward with an eviction...

2 min Aug 3, 2020

Can I Buy a Home Again After Bankruptcy?

Filing for bankruptcy is a way to erase certain types of debt and stop creditors from harassing you....

2 min Aug 3, 2020

Who Pays the Closing Costs on a Home?

The buyer typically pays for any fees relating to their mortgage loan. The seller typically pays the agent’s commission and various fees relating to the transfer...

2 min Jul 27, 2020

How Much does Closing Typically Cost? 

Closing costs are an essential part of any real estate transaction, and they can vary significantly depending on...

4 min Jul 27, 2020

What is a closing?

What is a Closing in Real Estate: Understanding the Final Step in the Home Buying Process Closing is...

2 min Jul 27, 2020

Why Do FICO Scores Decrease?

A FICO score depends on five main factors: payment history, amounts owed, length of credit history, new credit,...

3 min Jul 22, 2020

What is a Vantage Score?

A VantageScore is one of the two main credit scoring models that banks and lenders use to evaluate...

2 min Jul 22, 2020