How To Buy a Home Out of State
The home search process can be very fun or very exhausting (or both). Some buyers love the search and enjoy looking at home after home until they find just the right one. Others get tired of coming up empty after…
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What You Will Pay When You Offer to Purchase a Home
Buying a home is one of the largest purchases that most Americans make in their lifetime. With so much money in play, it’s important to know when it is refundable (and when it is not) during the negotiation process. Earnest…
How Long Does It Take to Close on a House?
Home buying is very exciting but typically doesn’t move quickly. The length of time it can take to finalize the purchase, also called closing, varies with the complexity of the deal and circumstances of the purchase. Most homeowners can prepare…
Finding (and Keeping) a Good Property Manager
Rental real estate is a great way to build passive income, keep your home if you have to temporarily move out of the area, and invest in physical property. But part of being successful in rental real estate is having…
How is a Letter of Intent Different From an Offer on a Home?
The path to owning property starts with a very important document while outlines the proposed sale terms from the buyer to the seller. Submitting an offer is a big deal for both the buyer and seller, but looks a bit…
Decking the Halls Safely
December is one of the most festive months all around the world as many cultures celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or other winter holidays. Many families take this opportunity to show their holiday cheer by decorating the interior and exterior of their…
Finding a Lender or Broker When Buying a House
The home buying search starts with house hunting but did you know that you should also be shopping around for a lender or broker? Questions to Ask When you first start looking for a lender or broker, you can begin…
Mold 101: What to Know and What to Do If You Have It
As a homeowner, one of the hazards that you want to watch out for comes in a fuzzy, smelly form. Yes, I’m talking about mold. From the benign to the toxic, here is what you need to know about mold…
Common Terms Used When Financing a Home
If you are in the process of buying a home, you are probably looking to get a loan for your purchase. A loan for the purchase of a home is called a mortgage. Here are some other common terms that…
Credit Matters When Purchasing a Home
When you start your house hunting process, you probably have a list of features that your dream home will have—an open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, a great backyard. Lenders have a list of ideal features that a mortgagee will have.…