Freerangestock.com 4B/2B: 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Assum.fin.: assumable financing Closing costs: The entire package of expenses paid by the buyer and the seller when the real estate deal closes. These costs include the brokerage commission, mortgage-related fees, escrow or attorney’s settlement charges, transfer taxes, recording fees, title insurance, etc.
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Helpful and Informative information. Homes for sale, helpful real estate information, and also what is going on in the community. Information about Plainfield, Shorewood, Minooka, Lockport, Joliet, and other local areas.
10 Real Estate Terms Everyone Should Know
Flickr Buyer’s Agent vs. Listing Agent: The buyer’s agent represents the home buyers and the listing agent represents the home sellers. Fixed rate mortgage vs. Adjustable rate mortgage: A fixed rate mortgage has a set interest rate for the life of the loan, usually 30 years. An adjustable rate mortgage has a
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www.realtor.com Flickr.com Closing costs are the fees which are charged by lenders and third parties related to the purchase of a home. What exactly makes up closing costs? Below is a break down of the different components: Escrow/Attorney Fees: Some states require third party escrow companies handle real estate closings while
Continue readingFinancial Advantages Of Owning A Home
Redfin Freedigitalphotos.net No inflation: If you rent an apartment for $1,800 a month and the inflation rate is about 3%, your monthly rent will increase to over $2,000 a month in just 5 years and you will have paid about $115,000 of your landlord’s mortgage in that time. When you own
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The Hearld-News Home life Flickr Many homeowners overlook their roofs, but it is important to inspect your roof twice a year in order to catch potentially costly problems early. Start with the interior: Before heading outside, check the interior of your home for signs pointing to potential roof damage. Look for
Continue reading3 Reasons Sellers Need A Realtor To Price Their Home
Flickr Home evaluation tools can be inaccurate: Although there are several online tools that can give an estimate of your home’s value, these tools are often incorrect by about 5-20%. These inaccuracies mean that you are losing out on both money and buyers if you strictly go by these tools. Realtors
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elledecor.com Freedigitalphotos.net Too much stuff: Don’t use too many furnishings or decor pieces in a small space; this can overwhelm the space and make it too busy. Instead, be sure to use furniture that counts and place it carefully. Large furniture isn’t completely out of the question; if a small room
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Freerangestock.com 1. Stay within your budget- Buy a home well within your means and ensure that you can afford it even during lapses in employment that you may experience. 2. Be aware of maintenance- If you are concerned about lawn care and other exterior maintenance, you may want to lean towards a
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Freedigitalphotos.net Plans to grill this weekend? Try this great steak marinade! World’s Best Steak Marinade (lilluna.com) Ingredients: 1 cup italian dressing 1/2 cup A1 (original) 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. lemon juice Directions: Place all ingredients in a gallon bag or tupperware container and mix well. Add your steak (preferably
Continue readingCarpet Cleaning Tips From The Pros
Msn Freedigitalphotos Blot the stain, don’t rub it: Blotting puts little pressure on the stain while rubbing causes the stain to go further into the carpet fibers. Club soda: Beer and wine stains can be cleaned using a small amount of club soda on a cloth and then by blotting the stain.
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