The 4 “C’s” of Qualifying for a Home Loan
February 15, 2018Qualifying for a mortgage is typically an in-depth process that involves several factors to be considered. If you’re in the market to buy a home and are looking to take out a mortgage to finance this big purchase, you might want to know what’s involved in the home loan approval process.
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INFOGRAPHIC: 11 Common Myths About Buying a Condo
February 15, 2018Owning a condo is an attractive option for buyers for many reasons: it’s more affordable and easier to maintain compared to single-family homes. However, those who are unfamiliar with condos might have some misconceptions about owning one.
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7 Red Flags of a Moving Scam
February 12, 2018The moving process is stressful enough; the last thing you need is to wind up dealing with a shady moving company.
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6 Reasons to Come Up With a Large Down Payment
February 12, 2018Buying a home is undoubtedly a massive purchase that requires a substantial amount of money up front in the form of a down payment. But it can be tough to come up with a lump sum of money. As such, many homebuyers choose to buy homes with minimum down payment amounts, such as 5% down, 3.5% down, and even 0% down in some cases.
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5 Elements of Feng Shui For Your Home
February 12, 2018Your home should ideally be a safe retreat that you can feel comfortable and tranquil in, no matter what’s happening in the outside world. Interior designers go to great lengths to try and create a space that’s not only stylish and visually appealing to homeowners’ tastes, they also strive to create a home that provides a sense of balance.
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What Are HOA Transfer Fees and Who Pays For Them?
February 8, 2018Whether you’re buying or selling a condo or other type of home governed by a homeowner’s association (HOA), there are few extra considerations that need to be made compared to the average freehold home.
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Sellers: How to Respond to Lowball Offers
February 8, 2018The goal for every seller is to sell for top dollar within a reasonable amount of time. But it can be pretty disheartening to find out that there’s an offer on the table only to find out you’ve been lowballed.
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INFOGRAPHIC: California Sales Report For December 2017
February 8, 2018Here are the stats for the California housing market in December 2017 as gathered by the California Association of Realtors (CAR).
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Can You Sell Your Home With a Lien on it?
February 5, 2018If you’re planning to sell, you’ll want to find out if there are currently any liens on your home. The question is, can you still sell your home if there are any outstanding liens on title?
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9 Things to Know About Buying Pre-Construction Homes
February 5, 2018There are obvious perks to buying a brand new home; namely, new materials, the ability to customize to your liking, and the potential to buy at pre-construction prices. But as convenient as new home construction may be, there are certain things that buyers should be wary of when buying a new home from a builder.
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