Tag: Buying A Home

Posted on 03/18/2019

How Long Will It Take You to Find Your Ideal Florida Luxury Home?

Although there is no shortage of premium luxury homes in Jacksonville, St Augustine and other Florida cities and towns, the top residences sell quickly. Thus, for those who hesitate as they pursue Sunshine State luxury houses, it may take many weeks or months to find and purchase the right residence. Ultimately, there are many things that you can do...

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Posted on 01/28/2019

USDA Loans FAQs

The US government has been helping Americans achieve their goal of homeownership for decades. Through programs offered by the Federal Housing Authority, the USDA, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, millions of Americans have been able to afford a home who would have otherwise struggled. The focus of today’s post is one such service: loans offered through the USDA...

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Posted on 12/24/2018

Are There Property Buying Shortcuts That Actually Work?

Finding and purchasing a home sometimes can be difficult, particularly for an individual who encounters assorted challenges throughout the property buying journey. Lucky for you, there are several shortcuts that a homebuyer can use to streamline the property buying process. These shortcuts include: 1. Narrow Your Home Search If you know you want to buy a home, you should...

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Posted on 12/17/2018

Ways to Get Around Paying Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)

You can ask any homeowner-buying and owning a home is expensive. Mortgage payments, property taxes, utilities, and other bills quickly add up. If you want to buy a home but don’t have a large down payment saved, odds are you’ve discovered something called private mortgage insurance (PMI). PMI is an extra monthly payment that you make (on top of...

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Posted on 12/03/2018

What to Buy Before You Finalize a Florida Luxury Residence Purchase

If you intend to acquire a Florida luxury house in the days or weeks to come, it pays to plan ahead as much as possible. That way, you can move into your Sunshine State luxury residence with everything that you'll need to live comfortably. Ultimately, there are several things that a Florida luxury homebuyer should purchase prior to moving...

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Posted on 11/26/2018

When Should You Submit a Mortgage Application?

If you plan to pursue a home in the near future, there is no need to wait to get a mortgage. Because if you enter the housing market with a mortgage in hand, you'll know exactly how much you can spend to acquire your dream house. As a result, you'll be able to map out your home search based...

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Posted on 11/19/2018

Key Signs That Now Is a Good Time to Apply for a Mortgage

For many individuals, the homebuying journey often begins with getting pre-approved for a mortgage. Because if a buyer has a mortgage, he or she can enter the real estate market with a budget in hand. Ultimately, there are many signs that now may be the perfect time to apply for a mortgage, and these include: 1. You're ready to...

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Posted on 10/29/2018

Home Buying Timeline: How Long Will It Take To Close On A Home?

Do you ever wish that they taught a class in high school called, “Things You’ll Actually Need to Know In Life?” You’d learn how to prepare your taxes, what investing is, and how to buy a home. Unfortunately, all of these important life lessons tend to be self-taught; you pick them up along the way and learn from your...

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Posted on 10/08/2018

Credit Scores 101: How Credit Affects Your Ability to Purchase a Home

Your credit score is a fundamental component of a mortgage lender’s decision to approve you for a loan. It can also affect the interest rate and loan amount you can secure. Along with your income history and down payment, a solid credit score is one of the three most important things you’ll need when it comes to buying a...

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