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April 26, 2018 in Buying a home Manufactured homes Real Estate
Types of homes Different types of homes qualify for different mortgage loans and rates. The main types of homes you can buy are: single family residence manufactured home condominium cooperative (co-op) townhouse multi-unit (2-to-4 unit) properties So how does this work in practice? Your loan availability and what you pay for it depends in part […]
March 29, 2018 in Real Estate
If your real estate agent isn’t getting the job done, you may wonder: Can you fire your real estate agent? And how do I go about it? Here’s what you need to know.
March 23, 2018 in Real Estate
Home flipping could be your key to owning a home Home flipping tips for a successful investment: Save a significant down payment Be patient, and look for a true bargain Build in a 20 percent cushion for your costs Home flipping is still a (better) thing Eager to have a home of your own? Here’s […]
March 20, 2018 in Real Estate
Making an offer on a home is challenging enough if you have seen it. But what about if you haven’t? Here’s how to compete in a seller’s market while still protecting yourself.
March 17, 2018 in Real Estate Renters
Considering a home with a long commute? Reconsider, for the sake of your wallet, your health and your sanity.
March 15, 2018 in Real Estate Renters
To get the best homes for rent, you need to be an attractive prospect for landlords. Check your credit and clean it up or at least explain any blemishes Get references in advance Choose property you can afford so they know you’ll be able to pay on time Rental housing: Get the most for your […]
March 9, 2018 in About Mortgages Buying a home Essential Mortgage Miscellany First-Time Home Buyers Homeownership Topics Real Estate Renters Uncategorized
If you’ve moved back home to save money, here’s how to get back on your own fast.
February 18, 2018 in About Mortgages Buying a home First-Time Home Buyers Homeownership Topics Real Estate Refinance
Mortgage fraud: unlikely, but possible According to the FBI, you are not the most likely victim of mortgage fraud — most cases are perpetrated by borrowers against mortgage lenders. Often those involve exaggerations, white lies or outright falsehoods on loan applications. Should you lie on your mortgage application? However, mortgage industry professionals who abuse their […]
February 15, 2018 in About Mortgages Economic News Essential Mortgage Miscellany Federal Reserve First-Time Home Buyers Forecasts Homeownership Topics Mortgage Rates Mortgage Strategy Real Estate Refinance Uncategorized
How useful is mortgage rate history? Mortgage rate history may sound a pretty boring topic. Indeed, you may subscribe to the Henry Ford school, which believes that all history is bunk. However, knowing how mortgage rates behaved in the past can help you understand what might happen to them in the future. That knowledge could […]
February 12, 2018 in About Mortgages Essential Mortgage Miscellany Mortgage Products Mortgage Strategy Real Estate Uncategorized
A mortgage for residential landlords Are you unfamiliar with the term “blanket mortgage?” Don’t worry. Plenty of professionals in the financial sector have never been near one. And they know little more about them than you do. But if you invest in real estate — perhaps as a residential landlord — you may find a blanket mortgage […]
February 9, 2018 in Real Estate Real Estate News Renters Uncategorized
Tips for landlords: how to avoid tenants who are identity thieves
February 8, 2018 in About Mortgages Real Estate Real Estate News Tax Law For Mortgages
New tax cuts for landlords mean that if you don’t actively manage rentals yourself, the government has a present for you in the form of a 20 percent deduction.
February 6, 2018 in Real Estate
Home affordability varies drastically depending on location One thing new home buyers wonder is “How much income do I need to buy a home?” The answer, as with everything in real estate is “it depends.” Buying a home is quite affordable in some areas, requiring an income of less than $30,000 annually, assuming 20% down. […]
February 5, 2018 in Buying a home First-Time Home Buyers Homeownership Topics Real Estate
Buying a small house can make financing your first home easier. You may have less square footage, but you’ll also have a smaller down payment and mortgage.
January 31, 2018 in Real Estate Renters
Tips for landlords: how to set your monthly rent. The rent you can expect from your property depends on many factors, but generally runs between .8 and 1.1 percent of the home’s market value.
January 24, 2018 in About Mortgages Buying a home Economic News First-Time Home Buyers Homeownership Topics Mortgage Rates Real Estate Uncategorized USDA Loans VA Loans
Happy new year — as a homeowner Is your new year’s resolution for 2018 to become a homeowner? Or would you make it one, if only you thought it was a smart move — and you stood a chance of achieving it? Well, read on because you might find some good news. 2018: A vintage […]
January 4, 2018 in Real Estate
Want to become a landlord in 2018? Owning investment property is a key driver of wealth. And, it might not be as hard as you think with the help that’s available for landlords. Your complete guide.
January 3, 2018 in About Mortgages Buying a home Essential Mortgage Miscellany FHA Home Buying Homeownership Topics Mortgage Strategy Real Estate Renters
Some states help with homeownership There is a small but growing number of states that are using their tax systems to encourage would-be homeowners to save for their down payments. Is yours one of those that allow you to make deductions? And how much help might you get? Read on to find out. Down payments […]
December 23, 2017 in Real Estate
House flipping action is hot, profits maybe not If you’re eager to purchase a home, you may want to consider a flip. House flipping means buying a home at a low price and reselling it quickly for a profit. Nearly 154,000 homes flipped in the first nine months of 2017 alone. House flipping: not “as […]
December 20, 2017 in Real Estate
Is is cheaper to buy or build a house? Which option will give you what you want, at a price you can afford? This complete guide to building a house will help you answer that question and get the most home for your money.
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