We all know we want to protect our money. This means more than secure online transactions and bank accounts; it needs to be protected from ourselves, too! This blog talks about the secrets to saving for a down payment, but it does not mean that these secrets are confined to just purchasing a home. Here are a few secrets which can help you to save for a down payment. Knowledge Is Power This Continue Reading about 5 Secrets to Saving for a Down Payment
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How to Buy a Home with A Low Credit Score
Yes, your credit score is a large factor in determining whether you can get a house, or how much house you can get. However, having a low credit score does not mean that you cannot buy a house! You just have to play strategically and know the options available to you. Here are some tips to buy a home with a low credit score! Consider an FHA Loan An FHA loan is a buyer loan offered by the Continue Reading about How to Buy a Home with A Low Credit Score
What to Consider to Find the Perfect Neighborhood
When searching for a new house, often one of the main deciding factors has been where the house is located. Staying within school districts, ensuring you have a short commute, staying close to your favorite shops and restaurants, the list seems endless. With so many things to keep in mind, it is certainly an important step to ensure your new house fits into your desired neighborhood. All Continue Reading about What to Consider to Find the Perfect Neighborhood
Easy Updates to Sell Your Home Faster
If you’re planning to sell your home at some point in the near future, you might want to take an objective look at it first. With high home prices and low inventory in many markets, now is the time to invest in your home to capitalize on its value. Selling a home remains to be very challenging, but there are simple and cost-efficient upgrades you can make that will help you sell your home faster. Continue Reading about Easy Updates to Sell Your Home Faster
Common Home Issues to Fix Before Selling
Whether you’re selling your home or planning to list your home for sale soon, there’s probably a lot of your sale to-do-list. With the amount of information on what to look for during an open house, showings, and inspections, you can expect buyers to identify any home issues that may lead to costly repairs. Before listing your home, be sure each of these home issues are not a problem! By Continue Reading about Common Home Issues to Fix Before Selling
How to Know Your Buying Power
Buying power or purchasing power means that amount of money a person has available to purchase securities. Buying power is the combination of total finances available in your account and how much your lender determines you can afford based on things like income and credit score. What Determines Buying Power? If you plan on purchasing a home with a mortgage, it is crucial to speak with a lender and Continue Reading about How to Know Your Buying Power
How to Increase The Resale Value of Your Home
(photo: credit to the owner) It is very common to consider resale value when searching for a home or choosing to update your current home. Increasing the value of your property can be easier than you think! Here is a step by step guide to help you boost the resale value of your home. Update the Kitchen As you know, the kitchen is considered the heart of a home. You need to make sure your Continue Reading about How to Increase The Resale Value of Your Home
Looking Forward to Age in Place? Take These Suggestions
People have different ideals for where they want to live in their old age. Some enjoy the idea of senior living communities, and others wish to maintain their family home for as long as possible. Have you imagined certain scenarios regarding your old age, like grandchildren playing in the yard while you would be sitting in the balcony watching them play, or morning walks in the park nearby to your Continue Reading about Looking Forward to Age in Place? Take These Suggestions
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