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What Do First-Time Homebuyers Need To Know?

October 25, 2022 by Michael Addison

If you are purchasing a house for the first time, you are probably excited to imagine what your life might look like in a bunch of different houses. At the same time, the process can be a bit overwhelming. The housing market is competitive right now, the financing process can be confusing, and you might not know exactly what you are looking for. What are a few of the most important tips first-time home buyers need to know? Reach Out To Experts For Help First, you need to reach out to professionals who can help you during the process. For example, you should always reach out to a real estate agent with local knowledge. That way, they can help you figure out what house is best for your needs. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: First Time Buyer, Mortgage, New Home

What To Know About Flood Insurance

October 20, 2022 by Michael Addison

Flooding can happen in any location at any time. Even though many people associate floods with coastal properties, flooding can take place inland as well. That is why you always need to take a look at the map to figure out whether your property is located in a flood zone. There are some situations where your lender might require you to purchase flood insurance. What do you need to know? What Is Protected And What Is Not? When you purchase flood insurance, there are three broad components that you should examine. You need to check and see whether the policy covers the building, the contents of your home, and potential replacement expenses. Flood insurance policies generally insure any … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Flood, Flood Insurance, Insurance

The Top Tips To Get Your Offer Accepted

October 19, 2022 by Michael Addison

The housing market today is very competitive, and you might be wondering how you can get your offer accepted. If the seller has multiple offers on the table, it can be a bit of a challenge. Many people assume that the best way to get an offer accepted is to offer the most money. Even though that is certainly helpful, there are several other tips you should follow to make sure your offer is the one the seller picks. Get Pre-Approved For A Mortgage First, you must make sure that you get pre-approved for a mortgage. Unless you are paying cash for the home, you should talk to a local loan officer to get a pre-approval letter. You don't have to go with that company once the dust settles, but you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Tips, New Home, Purchase Offer

The Quick and Easy Guide to Determining How Big of a Mortgage Your Family Can Afford

September 14, 2022 by Michael Addison

Are you shopping around for a new house or apartment? One of the key considerations you will need to make is figuring out how much you want to invest in your new home. Below you'll find our quick and easy guide to determining just how much "house" you can afford. Let's get started! Start By Making A Proper Budget The first thing you'll want to do is sit down and get a full budget put together. The easiest way to get the process started is to begin with two lists: income and expenses. For the income list, write down the amount of money your family brings in each month after taxes. If you have side income sources or extra income that tends to fluctuate over time, use the average amount for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Applications

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