When you are interested in buying a home and ready to make an offer, something called “earnest money” is normally required. Earnest money is a good faith deposit submitted by the…
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Mortgage rates are constantly changing… so locking in a rate with your lender is usually a good idea. With a mortgage rate lock, your lender commits to honor a specific interest…
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Before you start your home search, keep in mind that you’re buying more than just a home, you’re buying a lifestyle. The neighborhood you choose will influence your family’s life for…
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You’ve just toured the home of your dreams and are ready to make an offer. You may not be aware that there may be restrictions that dictate what can and cannot…
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You found the perfect house, made an offer, negotiated the price, had an inspection and ensured your mortgage. The only thing left is your final walk-through. Walk-throughs are normally scheduled the…
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Do you know what you need before you start looking for a home? Jessica Stark, licensed Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties REALTOR®, discusses the importance of a pre-approval when buying a…
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There’s nothing worse than finding a great home only to find it’s a money pit waiting to happen. No house is as perfect as it may appear, and sellers won’t always…
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Ever dream of owning a home but don’t think you can because you lack the down payment and closing costs? Here are a few tips: Borrow from your retirement account: A…
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When buying a home, you have to consider factors such as the home’s layout, condition and more. The seller must disclose the property’s condition that may alert you to issues such…