Susan Dewar NMLS #85655 - Novus Home Mortgage

02/17/2026

Home from Hilton Head and Cozy looks great in his bandana!!!

05/30/2025

You don't need to have all these terms memorized, but a little knowledge goes a long way. Brushing up on the basics now means fewer surprises later – and more clarity when you buy a home.

What unfamiliar real estate term or phrase have you come across that wasn’t on this list?
Let’s connect and talk through it so you have a solid understanding of what it means and where it may show up in the homebuying process.

If you're a first-time homebuyer, chances are you'll come across some terms you’re not familiar with.

05/28/2025

VA home loans offer life-changing assistance, and a trusted lender and agent can help make sure you understand the details and are ready to move forward with a solid plan.

Do you know if you’re eligible for a VA home loan? Talk to a trusted lender who can help you see if you’d qualify.

For 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans buy a home.

05/26/2025

Don’t let the headlines scare you. Rising inventory isn’t a sign of a crash. It’s a step toward a more normal, stable housing market.

Maybe you’ve heard the number of homes for sale has reached a recent high.

05/23/2025

In a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has once again been voted the best long-term investment. And it’s claimed that top spot for 12 straight years now.

That’s because homeownership is one of the top ways to build your wealth, even with home price growth moderating and ongoing economic uncertainty.

If you’ve been trying to decide if it makes sense to buy a home today, let’s connect and talk about the programs that can help you become a homeowner.

If you’ve been trying to decide if it makes sense to buy a home today, connect with an agent to talk about the programs that can help you become a homeowner.

05/21/2025

Having student loans doesn’t mean buying a home is off the table. Before you count yourself out, talk to a lender to get a clearer picture of what you can afford and how close you are to taking the first step toward homeownership.

Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home.

05/19/2025

Your equity could be the thing that makes homeownership possible for your children when they might not be able to do it on their own. So, here’s the question.

If helping your kids buy a home was more feasible than you thought, would you want to explore that option?

If you want to learn more or find out the best way to make it happen, talk to your lender and a financial advisor you trust.

If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve built up a lot of wealth – just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time.

05/16/2025

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.

Mortgage rates are expected to come down slightly. There will be more homes available for sale. And as inventory rises, home price growth will moderate.

Want to know what this could mean for your plans? Let's connect and talk through it together.

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.

05/14/2025

Whether you’re looking at a newly built home or something a little older, there’s a good chance you can benefit from concessions or incentives.

If a seller or builder offered you something extra, what would make the biggest difference to help you move forward?

Let’s talk about it and see if it’s realistic based on inventory and competition in our local market.

Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid closing costs, mortgage rate buy-downs, and more.

05/12/2025

Homes that sell quickly don’t necessarily have better features – they have better agents and a better strategy.

Are you thinking about selling? Let's talk about how to get your home sold quickly and for top dollar.

As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger.

05/09/2025

Thanks to recent home price appreciation, homeowners have near record amounts of equity – and you may too. On average, homeowners have $311K worth of equity.

Once you sell, you can use it to fund your down payment on your next home or maybe even to buy a smaller house in cash.

If you want to find out how much equity you have, let's connect. Because it may make a move a lot more feasible than you'd think.

Thanks to recent home price appreciation, homeowners have near record amounts of equity – and you may too. On average, homeowners have $311K worth of equity.

05/07/2025

A lot of people are feeling nervous about their finances right now. But there’s one reason for you to feel more secure – your investment in something that’s stood the test of time: real estate.

With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual.