Tag: Real Estate

Posted on 10/27/2019
Alternatives to a Traditional Loan
The decision to buy a house is probably the best decision you would ever make. Deciding is the easy part; coming up with the capital to finance the dream is the hard part. Getting a home of your own has its perks, but it can be a daunting process to acquire. Usually, prospective homeowners seek mortgage loans when...
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Posted on 09/22/2019
Factors to Consider Before Buying Your Suburban Home
Are you planning to move away from the bustle and frenzy of a major commercial city and want to settle in some peaceful, serene environment? If you answered yes, purchasing a home in suburban neighborhoods is probably on your to-do list already. Buying a home is a substantial investment; therefore, it requires proper planning and careful considerations before...
Real Estate
Homebuyers
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Posted on 09/08/2019
Available Types of Mortgages for Buyers
There are different kinds of mortgages available to prospective homeowners today. The right mortgage for you will depend on a number of factors, including your level of income and credit rating. While there are numerous mortgage products available to buyers today, they will mostly fall under the categories below: FHA-Backed loans Most folks getting a home for the...
Mortgage
Homebuyers
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Posted on 07/14/2019
How to Build that Great Working Relationship with Your Real Estate Agent
Locating the perfect real estate agent can be a difficult task, as it is usually hard to settle on someone that you can trust with such a big life decision. But, once you have discovered one, it would be useful you make sure your relationship stays sweet. So, maintaining a professional relationship with your real estate agent tells...
Real Estate Agent
Relationship
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Posted on 07/07/2019
Confusion Around the Word “Abatement”
Each industry comes with a vocabulary of its own, and in real estate, some of that vocabulary is downright confusing. So, if you find yourself stumped by lingo, jargon, or acronyms, you’re not alone. One of the most confusing words in the real estate industry is “abatement.” In legal terms, to abate means to remove, lessen, or diminish...
Real Estate
Terminology
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Posted on 06/23/2019
How to Qualify For Low-Interest Mortgage Rates
Getting a new mortgage can be stressful, whether you are getting it for the first time or not. You have to carry out thorough research to avoid going into a mortgage that drains your pocket through high-interest rates. You can get yourself prepared for the lowest interest rate that is suitable for you by taking good care of...
Mortgage
Homebuyers
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Posted on 05/12/2019
Coming to Terms: Fannie Mae, Ginnie Mae, and Freddie Mac
Ginnie, Freddie, and Fannie are friends of the real estate mortgage and housing industry. You hear about them whenever you read very deeply about how mortgages work. But who are they? And what do they have to do with you? What’s in a name? These three entities are nicknames for mortgage agencies established by the United States Government....
Mortgage
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