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For veterans or service members looking to buy a home with a Veterans Affairs loan, there are some extra steps to take and home condition requirements that arent needed with other types of loans.The home must be safe, clean, in good condition and move-in ready, partly...
When applying for a home loan, it’s important to keep in mind how much monthly mortgage you can afford. Through the approval process, lenders will factor in your credit score, income and other financial data to determine the maximum loan amount youre eligible for, and...
A 30- or 15-year, fixed-rate mortgage with the same payment amounts each month is one of the most common ways to buy a home"but not everyone can qualify for a traditional mortgage, or has the money set aside for a sizable down payment so they can get a low-interest...
So you’ve decided to make the big move, and now it’s time to put everything in boxes. First you think big-picture (furniture), and then you think small-picture and realize you own much more than you ever imaged. Packing can be a daunting task, but with some extra...
If you’re shopping for a home loan, you’re likely focusing on interest rates. Below are a handful of questions you may have about the art of the interest rate.How are interest rates determined? Interest rates are influenced by shifting economic indicators in your...
I just want to touch base about how the activity is right now in the market. Things are picking up, guys. Sun's out, apparently buyers are out too. Properties are hitting the market, lots of new things going on, great first-time buyer incentives. I can help you get...
For first-time buyers, it can be difficult to enter a booming real estate market and compete against established homeowners. Often, its simply getting into the market thats the hard part. But a little help can make a big difference. Thats why those who can afford to...
Theres no getting around it…moving is stressful!Here are four types of moving specialists who can help deliver peace of mind when transporting your most prized possessions.Art HandlersTop-tier companies will often build custom crates for each piece, transport them in...
Buying a house is complicated. First-time buyers can make costly mistakes. Here are things to avoidNot Knowing What You Can AffordUse a mortgage affordability calculator to avoid wasting time looking at listings that are too expensive.Not Comparing RatesBy applying to...
Before choosing a real estate agent, take these characteristics into consideration…Track RecordYour agent should have a proven record that meets your needs.Digital PresenceAgents must show their online strategy for reaching targeted buyers so that sellers gets...
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For veterans or service members looking to buy a home with a Veterans Affairs loan, there are some extra steps to take and home condition requirements that arent needed with other types of loans.The home must be safe, clean, in good condition and move-in ready, partly...
When applying for a home loan, it’s important to keep in mind how much monthly mortgage you can afford. Through the approval process, lenders will factor in your credit score, income and other financial data to determine the maximum loan amount youre eligible for, and...
A 30- or 15-year, fixed-rate mortgage with the same payment amounts each month is one of the most common ways to buy a home"but not everyone can qualify for a traditional mortgage, or has the money set aside for a sizable down payment so they can get a low-interest...
So you’ve decided to make the big move, and now it’s time to put everything in boxes. First you think big-picture (furniture), and then you think small-picture and realize you own much more than you ever imaged. Packing can be a daunting task, but with some extra...
If you’re shopping for a home loan, you’re likely focusing on interest rates. Below are a handful of questions you may have about the art of the interest rate.How are interest rates determined? Interest rates are influenced by shifting economic indicators in your...
I just want to touch base about how the activity is right now in the market. Things are picking up, guys. Sun's out, apparently buyers are out too. Properties are hitting the market, lots of new things going on, great first-time buyer incentives. I can help you get...
For first-time buyers, it can be difficult to enter a booming real estate market and compete against established homeowners. Often, its simply getting into the market thats the hard part. But a little help can make a big difference. Thats why those who can afford to...
Theres no getting around it…moving is stressful!Here are four types of moving specialists who can help deliver peace of mind when transporting your most prized possessions.Art HandlersTop-tier companies will often build custom crates for each piece, transport them in...
Buying a house is complicated. First-time buyers can make costly mistakes. Here are things to avoidNot Knowing What You Can AffordUse a mortgage affordability calculator to avoid wasting time looking at listings that are too expensive.Not Comparing RatesBy applying to...
Before choosing a real estate agent, take these characteristics into consideration…Track RecordYour agent should have a proven record that meets your needs.Digital PresenceAgents must show their online strategy for reaching targeted buyers so that sellers gets...