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Considering a Major Home Addition? Why a Detached Garage Can Drastically Improve Your Resale Price

July 15, 2020 by Rilian Ball

Before you make a major structural change to your property, it is important to consider how this will affect your resale value. While there are many steps that you can take to improve your property, the addition of a detached garage may be beneficial to you and may drastically improve your resale price when you are ready to sell. You can contact a trusted real estate agent today to obtain customized information about how the addition of a detached garage may affect your property's value. Adding … [Read more...]

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

4 Ways To Choose The Right Home Service Professional

July 14, 2020 by Rilian Ball

As a homeowner, there are numerous situations in which someone might need a home service professional. On the other hand, this can also create a sense of vulnerability because people might not know who to choose. In order to find the right home service professional, there are a few tips that people need to follow. Confirm Credentials Credentials and experience are great markers of a home service professional’s training and track record; however, it is still important to confirm these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortagage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage, Service Professional, Work Permit

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 13, 2020

July 13, 2020 by Rilian Ball

Last week’s scheduled economic news included readings on consumer credit, job openings, jobless claims, and mortgage rates. Consumer Borrowing Declined at Slower Pace in May According to Federal Reserve data, consumer borrowing fell at a slower annual pace of -5.30 percent in May as compared to April’s reading of -20 percent. Non-revolving consumer credit, which includes vehicle and student loans, increased by 2.30 percent in May. The Federal Reserve does not report on real estate … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Economic News, Financial Report, Jobless Claims

4 First Things You Should Do After You Move In

July 10, 2020 by Rilian Ball

Congratulations on moving into your new house! But hold on. Now that the house is yours, there are a few things you will want to do in order to make life in your new home more comfortable and secure. Before you plan your housewarming party, here is a list of the first things you should do after you move in. 1. Change The Locks As the new homeowner, you have no way of knowing how many others have keys to your new home. The previous owner may have made copies for their housekeeper, their parents, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Tips, Moving In, New Home

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