Tag: Home Buying

Posted on 11/11/2024

Here's what to expect for the average closing costs for buyer hopefuls

Budgeting for buying a home can seem daunting, but one of...

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Posted on 06/10/2024

Homebuyer Questions: What to Ask About a New Location

Home buying is difficult whether you know the area or not. If you're leaving a location you're used to, it can be overwhelming to decide on a new place to live. There are some questions you can ask to determine your priorities and whether a new location is a good fit. Here are some to begin with: How's...

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Posted on 07/17/2023

More ways to buy a house with bad credit

Your credit score matters to mortgage lenders, but that...

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Posted on 06/06/2022

Getting preapproved for a mortgage: How buyers benefit

Getting preapproved for a mortgage is an important part of the home buying process. While technically not required before you begin your home search, there are some key advantages to getting preapproval from a lender before you get too deep into the process. Here are some of the main reasons why to consider getting preapproved for a mortgage:...

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Posted on 11/08/2021

Fair Market Value: What It Is & How to Find It

Fair market value is an important real estate metric for investors, buyers and sellers. It can help you determine the best possible asking price for a home sale or whether a home you want to buy is a good deal. However, unlike many other pieces of the real estate puzzle, fair market value can be complicated to find....

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Posted on 09/13/2021

A Seller's Guide to Closing Costs

In a home purchase, both the buyer and seller need to pay closing costs. These costs are made up of several individual expenses from different sources and the list can look staggering at first glance. While the buyer typically has the longest list of fees to pay, sellers are still responsible for part of the bill. Here we’ll...

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Posted on 01/18/2021

Home Options for Communal Living

Photo by cottonbro from Pexels Multi-generational homes have grown in popularity as the benefits of communal living become more recognized and celebrated. If you are searching for a home to share with both your children and parents, there are many options open to you. Single-family home with apartment: Some single-family homes have been built or renovated to include...

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Posted on 05/18/2020

Reasons to Use a Buyer's Agent

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay It may be tempting to purchase your first home without the help of a real estate agent. If you want to risk not having professional help to buy your first house, you can, but you’ll be leaving a lot of benefits on the table and assuming all the risks. The Benefits of...

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