Getting a Mortgage after Bankruptcy

Declaring bankruptcy is a significant financial turning point. Although this uncomfortable event may seem like the end of your homeownership dreams, it's important to understand that bankruptcy isn't a permanent red flag to mortgage lenders. The good news is that buying a house after bankruptcy is s

What is an Earnest Money Deposit?

What is an Earnest Money Deposit? An Earnest Money Deposit is a sum of money that a homebuyer puts down to show they’re serious about purchasing a property. Think of it as a “good faith” gesture: you’re telling the seller, “I’m committed to this deal.” The deposit is typically held in escrow (by a t

Why I’m on a Mission to Help Black Families Build Wealth Through Real Estate in Maryland

By Leisel L. Taylor, Team Leader - TaylorMade Team When I talk about real estate, I’m not just speaking as a Realtor. I’m speaking as a Caribbean woman, a wife, a mother, and someone whose life has been radically changed by the power of ​home ownership. I was born and raised in Trinidad, and I moved