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Should You Buy A Fixer Upper?

July 21, 2020 by Rilian Ball

If you've expressed any interest in buying a home that you can work on, your real estate agent may present you with one or two fixer upper properties for your consideration. Fixer upper homes can offer good value for certain kinds of homebuyers. But not everyone should buy a fixer upper. Here are some considerations to keep in mind. There May Be Unforeseen Conditions Until you actually get in there and start renovating, you cannot know exactly what is behind those walls. Fixer uppers could have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortagage Tips Tagged With: Construction Loans, Fixer-Upper, Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 20, 2020

July 20, 2020 by Rilian Ball

Last week’s economic reports included readings from the National Association of  Home Builders on housing markets along with Commerce Department data on housing starts and building permits issued. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and unemployment claims were also released. NAHB: Builder Confidence in Housing Markets Increases in July Homebuilders gained confidence in housing market conditions as home buyers sought homes in less-congested suburban areas. Builder confidence rose 14 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Housing Market, Mortgage Rates

Get Your Finances In Order With A Few Simple Steps

July 17, 2020 by Rilian Ball

If you are looking to buy a home one day but don’t think you are ready just yet, you are not alone. One of the most important tasks that you have to complete involves getting your finances in order. There are a few ways to get your finances in order before you buy, no matter how long you have been waiting to buy a home. Getting your finances in order with these simple steps can help you become a more competitive applicant both for a mortgage and a home that is on the market. Focus On Your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Down Payment, Finance's, Mortgage Tips

Three Key Tips for Assessing Value To Find Out How Much Your Home Worth in Today’s Market

July 16, 2020 by Rilian Ball

If you're thinking about putting the house on the market, or are simply curious about its value in the current economic atmosphere, it's essential to get an honest assessment of its value. An overly inflated figure won't hold up and will only turn potential buyers away. It's best to get a fair assessment in order to ask a reasonable price or avoid over-extending oneself when it comes to taking out a home equity loan. Consider these three key tips to get a true assessment of a home's value. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Sales, Home Valuation, Selling a Home

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