Buying Real Estate What troops need to know about VA home loans in 2024 The Department of Veterans Affairs home loan program has been used by millions of service members and veterans since it took shape near the end of World War II. It’s one of the most popular benefits for veterans: Lenders issued 400,692 VA-backed loans totaling nearly $145 billion in 2023, with an average loan amount of […]
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Home Safety HOLIDAY HOME SAFETY TIPS As the winter holidays approach, many decorate their homes to celebrate this time of year. From outside lighting to indoor décor, it’s important to make sure your holiday prep doesn’t jeopardize home safety! The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (or InterNACHI) is a great resource for everything related to home inspections and safety and […]
Buying Real Estate Maintaining Your Home Maintaining your home comes with responsibilities, and can be rewarding and frustrating, but here are a few ideas to make the experience rewarding.
Buying Real Estate Homeownership Timeline Here is your monthly timeline to homeownership. It will help a homebuyer get to the closing table smoothly. 12 Months to Homeownership Check your credit score. Determine how much you can afford. (Recommended mortgages should be no more than 20-30% of monthly income.) Make a down payment plan. (Most conventional mortgages require a 20% down […]
Selling a House Short Sale I can help you with your Short Sale! Recent economic challenges have resulted in many homeowners needing to sell their home but owing more on their home than the home is worth.  If you find yourself in this situation, I can help you with your Short Sale. What is a short sale? A short sale […]
Buying Real Estate Buying Land Use this general checklist when evaluating a piece of land. A quick run through the checklist may remind you of questions to ask the seller, real estate agent, lawyer, title company, town officials, or outside experts, if necessary. It will also help you remember budget items that are often left out while buying land. LEGAL […]
Buying Real Estate Home Inspection Top 10 Home Inspection Issues Check out our top 10 home inspection issue list – most of these are safety issues and are easily repaired! 10. Caulk or grout is deteriorated or missing at the tub/shower area. This may permit water penetration and damage. 9. A loose receptacle in the wall or its junction box […]
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