Deciding to purchase a home will be one of the biggest investment decisions you'll make in your life, but it can be confusing for the first-time home buyer to know all the ins and outs of buying a home. If you're wondering what things first-time … [Continue reading]
Understanding Appraisals and What to Do If Your Home Doesn’t Appraise for Its Purchase Price
It can be a bit of a surprise if your home turns out to be valued at less than the purchase price offered, but this is the type of thing that can occur in an appraisal situation. While this can change everything from your contract to the amount of … [Continue reading]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 3, 2016
Last week's economic releases included reports on new and pending home sales, S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices and regularly scheduled weekly reporting on mortgage rates and weekly jobless claims. Readings on consumer sentiment and confidence … [Continue reading]
Moving with Children? Here’s How to Quickly Assess Whether a Community Is Family Friendly
If you're looking for a home that's in a family-friendly neighborhood, there are a few key things you can look for to make sure your new house is a good fit for both you and your children. Quality Public or Private Schools Are there good public … [Continue reading]
3 Things You Need to Consider Before Buying That Fixer-Upper Home
What Will It Cost? If you're going into a home expecting a few renovations costs, a minor detail here or there may not add up to much. However, if you're not interested in spending the big bucks on making changes, you'll want to estimate an … [Continue reading]
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