Tag: Homebuyers

Posted on 04/09/2023

First-Time Homebuyer Financing: Comparing VA Loans & Conventional Loans

You have many choices for financing your first home purchase. If you're a U.S. veteran, it might seem like an easy decision to opt for a VA loan over a conventional loan. However, understanding the major differences between the two options will help you get the best financing for your needs. Here are the basic things first-time homebuyers...

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Posted on 03/27/2022

Benefits & Disadvantages to Higher Down Payments Homebuyers Should Consider

Buying a home requires extensive financial planning. While the widely accepted standard for down payments has been 20% of the purchase price for decades, many are wondering if that’s still required. In reality, there are ways to qualify for a mortgage with less than 20% down payment—even some options without a down payment at all. However, there are...

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Posted on 10/20/2019

Tax Credits For Home Buyers

Buying a home requires a lump sum of money for the first-time buyer; this is why most first-time home buyers ask to get a tax credit. To help a first-time homebuyer achieve the dream of owning a home, some options are available to ease the financial strain. There are grants by the federal and state government, and there...

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Posted on 03/11/2019

Is It Really Like HGTV?

If you spend much time binge-watching House Hunters, Property Brothers, and Love It or List it, you may find yourself completely stunned by the actual process of buying a home and renovating it. And if you get your advice from House Hunters, can you narrow it to three? Reality television is great entertainment, but when it comes to...

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Posted on 01/07/2019

Should You Downsize Before Retirement?

You might think that only retirees should consider downsizing their homes to accommodate a change in lifestyle. Wrong! Today downsizing might be the right decision for many reasons. There are many pros to simplifying your lifestyle and moving to a smaller home. Take a look at your situation, house, and financial goals to see if downsizing is right...

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