Benefits of refinancing Paying off your mortgage early: For example, if you go from a 30 year loan to a 15 year loan without a big increase in your monthly payment, you could save thousands of dollars in interest while quickly increasing the equity in your home. Increase cash flow: Obtaining a
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Continue readingNavigating Choices of Countertops
Consumer Reports Countertops can be made of many different materials. Finding the one to fit our decor, taste, and budget can be frustrating! Breaking down the specifics and price
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HouseLogic When doing a home remodeling project, you want to keep in mind how much return you will get on your investment if you think you may be selling your home in the future. Replacing the front door (steel) 97.2% Return on Investment (ROI) Adding fiber-cement siding 83.8% ROI Minor
Continue readingBenefits Of Using A Realtor To Sell Your Home
Getting your home listed at the right price Great presentation of your home Increased buyer exposure Obtain higher offers from buyers Negotiation of home inspection results Possibility of a quick close Selling your home at top dollar
Continue readingThings To Know Before Getting Your First Mortgage
Before getting your first mortgage, there are some things that would help to make sure the process runs smoothly. Taking steps beforehand can ensure that when you are ready for your first mortgage, your finances will be in order also. Meet with a mortgage officer before looking at homes: Meeting with
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Take the family Christmas card photo Make baked apples-yum! (See recipe below) Have breakfast in bed Camp indoors Watch the geese fly south for the winter Make your own scarecrow Go for a neighborhood flashlight walk-see if your kids can spot animals that come out at night Make your own
Continue readingRepairs To Make Before Selling
1. Fix a broken screen door: The front entrance is the first impression that a buyer will have of your home so make sure it’s a good one. Also, if your front door is looking worn, a new coat of paint will really make a big difference. 2. Fix up the
Continue readingHow Long Does It Really Take To Increase Your Credit Score?
Trulia The amount of time it takes to raise your credit score can vary, although many of these tips can affect your score within 30-60 days. Obtain a copy of your credit report and look for errors: The FTC estimates that 1 out of 5 consumers have a mistake on
Continue readingTips To Move Like A Pro
Each and every day, an estimated 130,000 Americans move into a new home (U.S. Census Bureau) and many of them are moving their possessions themselves. Here are some tips to move like a pro some common items: China: Use clean paper to wrap each piece individually then bundle the China
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