Rilian Ball

First Capital Group

Negotiating Repairs After a Home Inspection

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So, you’ve found your dream home, made an offer, and had the home inspection done. But wait—what happens next? For many homebuyers, negotiating repairs after a home inspection can be a daunting task. However, with the right approach and some negotiation skills, you can ensure that your new home is in tip-top shape without breaking the bank. 1. Understand the Inspection Report The first step in negotiating repairs is to thoroughly review the inspection report. Take note of any major … [Read more...]

3 Considerations When Making A Down Payment

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When considering the journey of purchasing a new home, one of the fundamental decisions you'll encounter revolves around determining the appropriate amount of money to allocate for your down payment. It's a decision-making process that involves weighing the benefits of opting for a larger down payment against the potential advantages of utilizing some of those funds to purchase "discount points," thereby reducing your interest rate. Each option carries its own set of merits and demerits, … [Read more...]

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 8th, 2024

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With the upcoming CPI and PPI reports this week, last week still had a number of important data points to consider. First, the non-farm payroll data, helping reveal the situation of pay versus inflation data giving an overall description of the state of the economy in the future.  Among that, the manufacturing data has shown to be contracting the past year, with the first signs of relief this month. Lastly, trade data has shown that the trade deficit has grown bigger than expected with Q1 … [Read more...]

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