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What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home
If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your credit score can also help determine your mortgage…
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The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]
If you’re looking to buy a home in 2024, getting pre-approved is a key piece of the puzzle. Mortgage pre-approval means a lender checks your finances and decides how much you’re qualified to borrow. * As more buyers re-enter the market, it’ll help you make a strong offer that stands out from the crowd. *…
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Why We Aren’t Headed for a Housing Crash
If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Instead, experts say home prices are going to keep going up.
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What to Know When Relocating to Florida for Retirement
Florida is the leading retirement destination in the U.S., partly due to its tantalizing tax breaks. However, it’s not the only option in town. More people are choosing to spend their golden years in non-Floridian cities. If you still want to move into the Sunshine State when you hit 62, you should consider various factors…
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Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move
No matter how you slice it, buying or selling a home is a big decision. And when you’re going through any change in your life and you need some guidance, what do you do? You get advice from people who know what they’re talking about.
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Why Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers
Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. And if you look at the current number of homes for sale, you’ll see two reasons why.
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What To Do When You Inherited Property After a Death
After a loved one passes, there are many things to get in order. One such is inherited property. What do you do with this property after the death?
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The Truth About Down Payments
If you’re planning to buy your first home, saving up for all the costs involved can feel daunting, especially when it comes to the down payment. That might be because you’ve heard you need to save 20% of the home’s price to put down. Well, that isn’t necessarily the case.
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What Type of Property Is Right for Me?
Owning real estate means committing to the property and everything that comes with it over the long term. Properties come in all shapes, sizes and price ranges. There is much to consider and a lot on the line, so getting it right from the start is essential.If this is your first time venturing into buying…
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Is Home Staging Actually Worth It?
Sellers interested in listing their homes have one thing in mind — getting a solid home offer. Of course, this means their homes need to appeal to buyers. Home staging has become standard in the selling process. You can showcase your home’s potential by rearranging and swapping out furniture, making minor home improvements, deep cleaning and…