Category: Buying

Learn more about Memphis real estate.

What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home

If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your credit score can also help determine your mortgage rate. An article from US Bank explains: “A credit score isn’t the only deciding factor on your mortgage application, but it’s a significant one. So, when you’re house shopping, it’s important to know where your credit stands and how to use it to get the best mortgage rate possible.” That means your credit score may feel even more important to your homebuying plans right now since mortgage rates are a key factor in affordability. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the median credit score in the U.S. for those taking out a mortgage is 770. But that doesn’t mean your credit score has to be perfect. The same article from US Bank explains: “Your credit score (commonly called a FICO Score) can range from 300 at the low end to 850 at the high end. A score of 740 or above is

Read More »

What You Need To Know About Saving for a Home in 2024

If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to make sure you understand some of the costs you may encounter up front. And to do that, always turn to trusted real estate professionals. They can help you set a plan and take a strategic look at your budget and your process before you even get started. Here are just a few things experts say you should be thinking about. 1. Down Payment Saving for your down payment is likely top of mind as you set out to buy a home. But do you know how much you’ll need? While every buyer’s situation is different, there’s a common misconception that putting 20% of the purchase price down is required. An article from the Mortgage Reports explains why that’s not always the case: “The idea that you have to put 20% down on a house is a myth. . . . The right amount depends on your current savings and your home buying goals.” To understand your options, partner with trusted real estate professionals to go over the various loan types, down payment assistance programs, and

Read More »

Get Ready To Buy a Home by Improving Your Credit Score

As the new year approaches, the idea of buying a home might be on your mind. It’s an exciting goal to set, and it’s never too early to start laying the groundwork. One crucial step to prepare for homeownership is building a solid credit score. Lenders review your credit to assess your ability to make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. It’s also a factor that helps determine your mortgage rate. An article from CNBC explains: “When it comes to mortgages, a higher credit score can save you thousands of dollars in the long run. This is because your credit score directly impacts your mortgage rate, which determines the amount of interest you’ll pay over the life of the loan.” This means your credit score may feel even more important to your homebuying plans right now since mortgage rates are a key factor in affordability, especially today. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the median credit score in the U.S. for those taking out a mortgage is 770. But that doesn’t mean your credit score has to be perfect. An article from Business Insider explains generally how your FICO score range can make an impact: “.

Read More »
');}); var fb_url = "https://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://meridianpremierhomes.com/promo/test-builder-bonus"; jQuery('.single-property .fa-facebook-f').click(function(e) { //alert(fb_url); e.preventDefault(); window.open(fb_url, 'fbShareWindow', 'height=450, width=550, top=150, left=500, toolbar=0, location=0, menubar=0, directories=0, scrollbars=0'); return false; });/** Properties Detail **/ if(jQuery(".community-agent-block").children().length < 2){ jQuery(".agent-sidebar-section").remove(); jQuery("#agent-title, #agent-content").remove(); } jQuery(".share-fb-icon").find("i").removeClass("fa-facebook").addClass("fa-facebook-f"); /** Properties Detail **/ /** Communities Detail **/ if(jQuery("body").hasClass("single-property") ){ jQuery("#inp_purchase_price").val(jQuery(".priceprop .prop-description").text().trim().substr(1)); jQuery("#inp_purchase_price").keydown();}else{ //jQuery("#input_7_18").remove(); } jQuery(".elementor-icon-box-title a").removeAttr("href");jQuery(".schedule-showing-btn").find("a").attr("href","javascript:void(0)"); jQuery(".schedule-showing-btn,.single-property .fa-calendar-check").on("click", function() { jQuery(".popup-overlay, .popup-content").addClass("active"); if(jQuery("body").hasClass("single-subdivision") ){ jQuery("#input_7_18").attr("readonly","readonly"); jQuery("#input_7_18").val(jQuery("h1").first().text()); }else{ //jQuery("#input_7_18").remove(); } if(jQuery("body").hasClass("single-property") ){ jQuery("#input_7_18").attr("readonly","readonly"); jQuery("#input_7_18").val(jQuery(".title-prop").text().trim() +" "+jQuery(".subtitle-prop").text().trim());}else{ //jQuery("#input_7_18").remove(); } }); jQuery(".popup-close-btn").on("click", function() { jQuery(".popup-overlay, .popup-content").removeClass("active"); }); if(jQuery(".about-block").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").text().trim() == '') { if( jQuery(".about-block").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").children().length == 0){ jQuery(".about-block").remove(); } } if(jQuery(".features-block").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").children().length == 0){ jQuery(".features-block").remove(); } if(jQuery(".figures-block").find(".elementor-widget-shortcode").find(".subdivision-figures-info").children().length == 0){ jQuery(".figures-block").remove(); } if (jQuery(".figures-block").length == 0 && jQuery(".features-block").length==0 && jQuery(".about-block").length==0){ jQuery("#overview").remove(); } if(jQuery("#location-left-column").find(".elementor-widget-image").children().length == 0){ jQuery("#location-left-column").remove(); }if(jQuery("#location").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").eq(0).text().trim() == ''){ if( jQuery("#location").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").eq(0).children().length == 0){ jQuery("#location").remove(); } } if(jQuery("#photos").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").eq(0).text().trim() == ''){ if( jQuery("#photos").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").eq(0).children().length == 0){ jQuery("#photos").remove(); } } if(jQuery("#properties").find(".elementor-shortcode").find(".prop-listing-body").length == 0){ jQuery("#properties").remove(); } if(jQuery("#plat-map").find(".elementor-shortcode").children().length == 0 && jQuery("#plat-map").find(".elementor-widget-image").length == 0){ jQuery("#plat-map-desc").remove(); } if(jQuery("#floor-plans").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").find(".elementor-widget-container").text().trim() == ''){ jQuery("#floor-plans").remove(); } if( jQuery('.exterior-gallery').length ) { }else{ jQuery('.exterior-heading').remove(); } if( jQuery('.interior-gallery').length ) { }else{ jQuery('.interior-heading').remove(); } if(jQuery(".mortgage-desc-block").find(".elementor-widget-text-editor").eq(1).find(".elementor-widget-container").text().trim() == ''){ jQuery(".mortgage-desc-block").remove(); } if(jQuery(".seo-column-1").find(".elementor-widget-container").children().length == 0){ jQuery(".seo-column-1").remove(); } if(jQuery(".seo-column-2").find(".elementor-widget-container").children().length == 0){ jQuery(".seo-column-2").remove(); } if(jQuery(".seo-column-3").find(".elementor-widget-container").children().length == 0){ jQuery(".seo-column-3").remove(); } if(jQuery(".seo-column-2").length == 0 && jQuery(".seo-column-1").length == 0 && jQuery(".seo-column-3").length == 0){ jQuery(".community-seo-blog").remove();}/** Communities Detail **/

Schedule a Showing

Schedule a Showing

"*" indicates required fields

Showing Preference
Name*
*Your name, phone number, and email address are required so that we may contact you to schedule an appointment.
By submitting this form with your telephone number you are consenting for Meridian Premier Homes and authorized representatives to contact you even if your name is on the Federal "Do-not-call List."
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.