Tag: Homebuyer

Posted on 02/19/2023
3 Reasons to Consider Assuming a VA Loan
Assuming a VA loan can be a convenient and cost-effective way for veterans to finance a new home. By assuming a loan, the buyer can take over an existing mortgage when buying a home. Loan assumption can have numerous advantages for the buyer and seller, and is considered an often overlooked VA benefit. Here are some major reasons...
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Posted on 05/22/2022
Here's How a Real Estate Agent Can Help You Find a Home
Should you hire a real estate agent to help you buy a home? While it might seem simpler and more affordable to do it alone, the home buying process can be made much easier and more rewarding by hiring a real estate agent. Here are some of the major benefits of hiring an agent to help you buy...
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Posted on 03/13/2022
3 Tips to Improve Your Home Search
Finding the perfect home takes plenty of strategy and careful thought. However, with so many important factors to consider, the process can be overwhelming. Here are some tips to make your house hunting journey simpler: Prioritize price It's easy to feel discouraged if you don't immediately find options in your price range. Budget is likely at the top...
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Posted on 01/02/2022
Move-In Ready Homes: What to Expect
If you’re searching for a new home, it’s important to be aware of the different terminology used for property conditions. Knowing the details of a property can help you avoid extra costs and frustration after purchase. “Move-in ready” is one term you will probably encounter in the housing market. Here is an explanation of what “move-in ready” actually...
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Posted on 09/05/2021
New Home? Don't Forget Your Financial Checklist
Photo by PhotoMIX Company from Pexels Sometimes getting ready to buy a home feels stressful. But it doesn't have to be when you take clear steps to get financially ready for the exciting world of homeownership. Here are a few quick items to consider before stepping into your new home. Do You Have a Down Payment? Depending on...
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Posted on 07/18/2021
New Build: 4 Simple Ways to Keep Your Budget Above Ground
Image by Paul Brennan from Pixabay Building a new home is more affordable than many people realize, and it’s sometimes even cheaper to build new than to buy previously owned. Some tactics can make what’s already an affordable home solution even more affordable. If you’re looking to build but are on a budget, here are four ways to...
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Posted on 08/02/2020
Should You Buy or Sell First?
Photo by Mohamed Hassan via Pixabay You’ve decided to sell your home to upgrade or even downsize, but you don’t know whether you should start looking and buy first or wait to sell first. The best-case scenario is to do both, but that takes a lot of planning. If you are sure your credit is good enough to...
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