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Entries from September 2016

Moving with Children? Here’s How to Quickly Assess Whether a Community Is Family Friendly

September 16th, 2016 · Comments Off on Moving with Children? Here’s How to Quickly Assess Whether a Community Is Family Friendly

If you’re looking for a home that’s in a family-friendly neighborhood, there are a few key things you can look for to make sure your new house is a good fit for both you and your children.

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Tags: Home Buyer Tips

Selling Your Home This Autumn? Try Boosting Your Curb Appeal with These Inexpensive Upgrades

September 15th, 2016 · Comments Off on Selling Your Home This Autumn? Try Boosting Your Curb Appeal with These Inexpensive Upgrades

Curb appeal is the first impression that your home will have on potential buyers, so it’s important to make it a good one. Try these simple budget upgrades to give your home the “WOW” factor that buyers are looking for!

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Tags: Home Seller Tips

Growing Your Wealth: 3 Reasons Why Real Estate Is the Ultimate Long-Term Investment

September 14th, 2016 · Comments Off on Growing Your Wealth: 3 Reasons Why Real Estate Is the Ultimate Long-Term Investment

While many people may be hesitant to consider real estate as a viable long-term investment, owning property has a steady historical track record and isn’t as volatile as other investment markets can be.

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Feeling the Squeeze of Rising Rents? Here Are 3 Reasons You Should Consider Buying a Starter Home

September 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on Feeling the Squeeze of Rising Rents? Here Are 3 Reasons You Should Consider Buying a Starter Home

With real estate becoming more affordable, new homes being sold in a range of prices and the cost of rent going up, there has never been a better time to consider buying a starter home.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 12, 2016

September 12th, 2016 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 12, 2016

Few economic reports were released last week due to the Labor Day Holiday. The Federal Reserve released its Beige Book Report, which documents anecdotes shared with the Fed by its regional business contacts. A job openings report, weekly jobless claims and Freddie Mac’s survey of mortgage rates was also released.

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Tags: Mortgage Rates

Can You Use a Reverse Mortgage to Buy Your Next Home? Yes, and Here’s How

September 9th, 2016 · Comments Off on Can You Use a Reverse Mortgage to Buy Your Next Home? Yes, and Here’s How

Most people who have been on the market for a home are familiar with what the term ‘mortgage’ means, but many have not heard of a reverse mortgage and aren’t aware of how this product can benefit them. If you’re nearing retirement and are contemplating a new home or even relocation to another community, here are the details on a reverse mortgage and how this option may benefit you.

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Tags: Home Mortgage Tips

Don’t Even Think about Selling Your Apartment or Condo Without These Key Renovations

September 8th, 2016 · Comments Off on Don’t Even Think about Selling Your Apartment or Condo Without These Key Renovations

Fail to complete these renovations before selling your condo and you may be missing out on huge profit gain! Don’t sell yourself short, tackle these reno projects before your home hits the market to maximize offers.

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Tags: Home Seller Tips

Trying to Decide Whether or Not to Sell Your Home? Here Are 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself

September 7th, 2016 · Comments Off on Trying to Decide Whether or Not to Sell Your Home? Here Are 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself

Selling a home, especially one with sentimental value, is never an easy decision to make. There are many factors that go into determining if the home is ready to be listed and if the seller is actually ready to part with it.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 6, 2016

September 6th, 2016 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 6, 2016

Last week’s economic reports included readings on pending home sales, construction spending and consumer sentiment. Case-Shiller Home Price Indices for June were released, along with several labor-related reports including national unemployment, ADP Payrolls and Non-Farm Payrolls were also released along with weekly readings on new jobless claims and Freddie Mac’s survey of average mortgage rates.

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Tags: Mortgage Rates

Real Estate Investing: 3 Insider Tips to Winning House, Land or Foreclosure Auctions

September 2nd, 2016 · Comments Off on Real Estate Investing: 3 Insider Tips to Winning House, Land or Foreclosure Auctions

House, land and foreclosure auctions can be one of the most nerve-wracking ways to buy a property. However, if you prepare yourself with proven bidding tactics, auctions can be a great way to purchase your dream home at a competitive price.

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Tags: Home Buyer Tips