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How To Tell If A Home Has Been Well-Maintained
As a homebuyer, your real estate agent will do their best bring you to see homes that meet the criteria you asked for. However, there's no guarantee that a home will have a history of being properly cared for.
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The Most And Least Expensive Cities In America
The cost of living in America varies widely in different parts of the country. In general, it is less expensive to live in the country than in the cities. However, there are many cities where the cost of living is modest compared to others where the money needed to live there is outrageous in comparison.
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What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week - June 15, 2020
Last week's economic reporting included readings on inflation, the post-meeting statement from the Fed's Federal Open Market Committee, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. Inflation Ticks Up in May
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Fed's Open Market Committee Holds Key Rate Steady
The Federal Reserve's monetary policy committee decided against changing the Fed's benchmark interest rate range of 0.00 to 0.25 percent. The Federal Open Market Committee said in its post-meeting statement that it is not considering raising rates until 2023. Two of 17 FOMC members felt that the Fed's key rate may rise in 2022.
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Buying A Home: You Might Be Able To Skip The Home Appraisal - But Should You?
Appraisals are important because they protect not only the seller and buyer but also the lender. The lender wants to make sure they know what the property is worth. Therefore, an appraisal is more about valuing the property and not about the price of the home.
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7 Reasons To Buy A Home In The Summer Months
If you've been putting off your house hunting, it's time to head out. Summer is the best season to go shopping for a new home, for a variety of reasons. 1. More Inventory Homeowners list their homes for sale in the summer more often than any other season. When you shop for a new home during this time, you?ll have a much wider selection of homes to choose from.
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5 Tips For Getting A Job In A New City When You Relocate
Did you just move into a new city? Transitioning to a new city is hard enough, but when you also need to find a job, it can be even tougher. Since everything is a bit new to you, there are definitely some strategies to implement that will make your job hunting easier. Here are some tips to keep in mind.
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What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week - June 8, 2020
Last week's economic news included readings on construction spending and labor reports on public and private sector jobs and the national unemployment rate. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.
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How To Choose A Moving Company
Once you've accepted an offer on your house, the next thing you should do is schedule a moving company. The earlier you plan for the moving company, the more time you'll have to research your options and ensure that you can reserve the date you need.
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Why Every Home Buyer Needs A Pre-Approval Before Home Shopping
There are many people who are considering buying a home because the current market is so attractive. With the ability to carry out virtual tours, this makes it even easier for people to find the home of their dre
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The Basics Of A Mortgage
The vast majority of people who are interested in buying a home are not going to be able to pay cash for the home. Even for those who can buy a home in cash, they often would rather take out a loan to avoid pulling money out of their investments where they would have to pay capital gains taxes.
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Routine Maintenance Of Various Systems In Your Home
When you are a first-time homeowner, learning about your property can feel overwhelming. There are a number of systems in your home that require routine maintenance. Knowing when to have system serviced will help keep your home running smoothly. From the plumbing in your home, to the heating and cooling, understand that each system may need routine maintenance from time to time.
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What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week - June 1, 2020
Last week's economic reports included monthly readings from Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, FHFA home prices, and readings on new and pending home sales. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.
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4 Surprising Things That Might Increase Your Home's Value
You've probably heard that living near excellent schools or having curb appeal can boost the value of your home. However, a home's value is dependent upon a lot of different factors. Some of these things are more obvious than others. Things that might seem insignificant can have an impact on your home's worth. Here are some surprising things that can affect the existing value of your home or how much a buyer is willing to pay for it.
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The Pros And Cons Of Remodeling During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Nearly everyone has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in some way. While many people are getting tired of being cooped up in their homes, the home improvement industry has actually been able to stay afloat. Furthermore, it is actually thriving. Because many people are trapped in their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are thinking about carrying out a home remodeling project. For those who are wondering about the prospects of such an undertaking, it is important to weigh the pros and cons.
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