1. Assistance with paperwork: Every state has varying requirements for contracts regarding real estate sales and these guidelines are always changing. A Realtor is an expert and can help you successfully navigate the mountains of paperwork that go along with a real estate transaction. 2. What do you do after you
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5 Tips For Buying Your First Home
1. Go shopping for a loan: Be sure to check with at least three different lenders. Don’t get into a loan unless you are comfortable with sticking with the terms for at least 3 years. Also, be sure to compare the same types of loans between lenders so you are getting
Continue readingIncreasing Property Value of Your Home
redfin.com Credit: Freedigitalphotos.nethomehome For those of you who are looking to sell your home, this article that was on our blog earlier is worth repeating! https://blog.dawndause.com/2015/04/projects-that-ca…ase-home-value-2.html
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Flickr High debt ratio: Even if you have a stellar credit score and lot’s of money in the bank, a high debt ratio is a problem when trying to get a mortgage. If your housing payments and your credit obligations are greater than 45% of your monthly income, it
Continue reading5 Steps To A Clutter-Free Home After Moving
Flickr Get rid of clutter while packing and unpacking: As you pack/unpack and go through your belongings, you will find items that you no longer want and/or need. Take the opportunity to get rid of those items before you move; you can donate them or host a yard sale. This
Continue readingNew Year’s Resolution: Saving For A House
Realtor Mag Freedigitalphotos.net For many of us, starting a new year means setting goals to achieve in the coming months. For some of us, one of these goals may be saving for a home. How long does it take to save?: 37% of recent home buyers said it took them 6
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House Logic Flickr There are 4 trends which are gaining popularity which seem to point to home features
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Chicago Agent Flickr According to a recent study conducted by the National Association of Realtors, a person’s gender and relationship status greatly influences what home features are important to them. 42% of married couples rated walk-in closets as very important in a home, and surprisingly 38% of single men rated
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The Herald-News Home life Flickr.com Credit issues: Many consumers may have bad credit and not even realize it due to errors on their credit report. It’s vital to get a copy of your credit report and to go over it carefully, ensuring that any errors found are reported and fixed. If
Continue readingShopping For A Home In The Winter
Flickr.com Although this weather can be treacherous and the thought of house shopping during the winter can be daunting, there are some benefits to finding your abode this season! There are usually fewer buyers in the winter which can mean less competition for you Lenders usually have fewer loans to process and
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