Guam Home Buying

July 16, 2026

Should You Get Pre-Qualified Before Looking at Homes on Guam?

Most buyers want to start with the fun part.

They want to look at homes.

I get it. That is the exciting part.

You want to see the kitchen, the yard, the view, the neighborhood, and maybe picture where your couch will go.

But before you start seriously shopping for …

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July 2, 2026

Buying a Home with a VA Assumable Loan on Guam: What Every Buyer Should Know

You’ve probably seen listings that advertise a 2.25% or 2.75% VA assumable loan and wondered if it’s really as good as it sounds.

The short answer?

Sometimes.

A VA assumable loan can save you hundreds of dollars each month compared to getting a new mortgage at today’s interest …

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June 3, 2026

Down Payment Help for Guam Home Buyers

If we had a dollar for every time we heard this, we’d buy another investment property.

The income works.

 The credit checks out.

 The monthly payment makes sense.

But the down payment and closing costs? That’s where things slow down — or stop completely.

If you're new to the …

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May 20, 2026

Why Guam Buyers Need Their Own Buyer’s Agent More Than Ever

A lot of Guam Buyers still think the agent showing them the house automatically represents them.

That assumption can create problems.

Especially now.

Because real estate commissions and Buyer representation rules changed after the NAR settlement, Buyers today are expected to have more direct conversations about representation, compensation, and who …

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May 15, 2026

Why You Won’t Find Foreclosure Deals on Guam

A lot of Buyers ask us about REOs or foreclosures on Guam.

And we get it.

If you’re coming from the mainland, you may be used to seeing bank-owned homes, auction properties, or foreclosure listings pop up online.

But Guam is different.

“ REOs can exist on Guam, but they …

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Feb. 26, 2026

Do Sellers Have to Share the Appraisal When You’re Buying a Home on Guam?

Do Sellers Have to Share the Appraisal When You’re Buying a Home on Guam?

Short answer: No.

And more importantly — you don’t need them to. We recently worked with a Buyer who asked to know the appraisal value of the home before moving forward.

It’s a reasonable question, but …

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Dec. 13, 2025

How to Choose the Right Realtor in Guam: Military Buyer & Seller Guide

What’s the Difference Between a Realtor and a Real Estate Agent?

When it comes to buying or selling a home on Guam, people often use “Realtor” and “real estate agent” interchangeably—yet there’s an important distinction.

  • Real estate agent: A licensed professional who represents Buyers, Sellers, or Renters in property transactions …
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Aug. 22, 2025

Why Homes Don’t Sell Right Away (and What You Can Do About It)

When a home doesn’t sell right away, many Sellers immediately wonder:

  • “Is something wrong with my house?”
  • Or worse, “Isn’t my agent doing her job?”

The reality? Sometimes, neither is the problem. Even beautiful homes with strong marketing can sit in today’s market. It’s not about blame — …

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Aug. 12, 2025

Guam Real Estate Commissions Have Changed: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Essential Packing: 8 Must-Have Items for Your Household Goods Shipment to Guam

Military Member Buying in Mangilao, Guam What’s Changed in Guam Real Estate Commissions Since the NAR Settlement?

Since the NAR settlement on August 17, 2024, Guam real estate commission rules have shifted. Buyers now negotiate for agent fees, and Sellers no longer automatically pay both sides. This change gives everyone more clarity, flexibility, and transparency …

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July 31, 2025

Why Waiting for Rates to Drop in Guam Real Estate Could Cost You Big

Essential Packing: 8 Must-Have Items for Your Household Goods Shipment to Guam

Everyone’s watching interest rates.

And waiting.

And waiting some more.

Millions of homebuyers—on Guam and across the U.S.—are frozen in place, hoping rates will fall before they make a move.

Here’s the problem: they’re all waiting for the same thing.

So when it happens, they’ll all jump in… …

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