By Janet Siroto, Realtor Once upon a time, the month of December was a snow-swept dead zone for selling your home. The thinking was, “Why even bother showing it? No one is home shopping now.” Fast-forward to today’s full-boil real-estate market, however, and this traditional home-selling timeline has changed. Even amid the holiday hubbub, people…
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Explaining the Good Faith Estimate on a Home Loan
By Alex Mason Buying a piece of property comes with a mountain of paperwork. However, all these documents are intended to get all the facts at your fingertips and keep you safe in case any court action should arise. One of the most important papers comes from your lender in the form of the Good…
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Pride of Ownership
They’re just three words, but they carry a lot of swagger. “It’s my house.” That simple phrase has come to mean so much more as Americans have adopted home ownership as a national dream. It’s what we strive for and how we set our goals, giving us a tremendous sense of accomplishment when we’re handed…
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Purchasing Your Home? Check Your Credit
Research shows that people who plan carefully for big purchases, like owning a home, are less likely to run into financial trouble later. So if you are thinking about buying a home this year, let’s make a plan. The first step: Check your credit. It’s always a good idea to review your credit reports and…
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Increase Your Buying Power
You should make sure you are in good standing to receive a loan before visiting with lenders. They are quick to shy away from borrowers who have a history of negligent payments or an excessive amount of credit. Take the time to analyze and improve your financial situation to receive optimal buying power when you…
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