How Much Are Closing Costs for Home Buyers?
If you have ever bought a home, then you probably know about closing costs. But if you’re buying a house for the first time, you might be surprised to learn…
The Long-Term Financial Benefits of Home Ownership
A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market. (In case you missed it, today's housing market…
All About Mello-Roos Tax
Mello-Me, Mello-Yous, Mello-They, Mello-Roos! All kidding aside, if you're a first-time home buyer in Los Angeles County, you've probably heard of (or soon will hear of!) Mello-Roos Tax. What is…
How to Make a Winning Offer on a Home
Home buyers today are faced with an exceptionally strong seller's market, which means there are a lot of active buyers competing for a relatively low number of available homes (or more…
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How to Be a Competitive Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
It's a jungle out there! With so many buyers looking at so few houses on the market, it's important to be prepared when you're ready to buy a home. Know…
How to Save Money on Heating & Energy Costs
Heating and cooling energy bills can sometimes skyrocket, especially during the coldest New England winters or hottest Los Angeles summers. Here are some tips we frequently recommend to offset those…
Preparing for your Home Journey: Loan Estimate
At Torii, we try to make home buying as easy as possible by preparing you for every step of the process. In this blog series, we’re walking you through the…
7 First-time home buyer programs for the Boston area
Buying your first house can be expensive - and daunting - but today we're breaking down some of the programs available in the Boston area for first-time home buyers. According…
Buying A House in Cash? Don’t Forget About These Fees
Even if you have a suitcase full of cash to buy a house, you're subject to fees. Read on to find out what fees you'll still have to pay, even…
Should I rent or buy?
There are a few important things to consider before deciding whether to rent or buy a property. Consider: Cost of renting vs. buying In Boston proper in January 2020, the…