Posts Tagged ‘homeowner’
You Don’t Need 20% Down and Seven Other Myths That Are Getting in the Way of Homeownership By RealtyTimes
Think you need to come up with 20% for a down payment in order to buy a house? It might surprise you to know that the median down payment for first-time buyers last year was just 7%, per the National Association of RealtorsÂ...
What Is My Home Worth? The Number Every Homeowner and Seller Should Know By Realtor.com
malerapaso/iStock If you're hoping to sell your home, knowing your property's value is essential for pricing it right to make buyers bite. Or, maybe you don't want to sell your home right now, but are just curious what your house is worthâ€...
9 Common Problems Found In Home Inspections By MSN.com
What to Know About Home Inspections A home inspection examines the parts and systems that make up a home, from the roof to the foundation. Inspections are often requested by buyers interested in a property, sellers who op...
What’s the Process to Buy a Foreclosure? By RealtyTimes
Some analysts are predicting the number of foreclosures will go up as we near the end of 2020. While the housing market is strong, coronavirus shutdowns have significantly impacted the economy, and unemployment remains high. If you’re...
FHA Loan Requirements: What Home Buyers Need to Qualify By Realtor.com
designer491/iStock If you're looking up "FHA loan requirements," you are very likely wondering if you qualify for an FHA loan. These mortgages, which are insured by the Federal Housing Administration, help home...
What to consider (financially) before making the leap from renter to homeowner By ColoradoBiz.com
While low mortgage rates might be tempting, keep these questions in mind This year has become a time for many to take stock–including when it comes to finances. While some are reprioritizing savings goals or discovering new ways to...
10 Things Your Home Doesn’t Need Anymore: How Many Do You Still Have? By Realtor.com
akinshin / Getty Images Unless your home was built in the last year or two, it's likely to be full of outdated features and systems. Some of those items may add to the home's charm, but many distinctly will not. Replacing the outdated ...
Title Insurance Explained By RealtyTimes
WRITTEN BYÂ DAVID REED Title insurance is indeed an insurance policy but is only needed when financing a home or refinancing a home loan. For the relatively few times someone can take out a home loan, the concept and utility of title i...