Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

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For first time homebuyers, the entire process of purchasing a house can seem intimidating. In order to make the process less confusing, we have assembled some tips concentrated on two main areas; searching for a property and the down payment. With these tips, first time home buyers will be armed with more complete information to make more informed decision.

How Long Does it Take to Close on Home

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]How long does it take to close on a home? This is a common question in the mortgage industry. Many home buyers are searching for answers on what they can expect during the home loan process. The answer to this question, however, depends on a few factors. Consider where you are in the home buying […]

Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification

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For first-time homebuyers, getting pre-qualified and getting pre-approved for a mortgage may seem like the same thing. Both terms relate to an amount a lender would be willing to loan you. Both take into consideration your financial background to determine how credit worty you are. Nevertheless, there are key distinctions between the two concepts that may affect your preparation to buy a home.

10 Tips to Increase Real Estate Investment Income

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[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]There are so many possibilities in how to make money as a real estate investor. You can increase income without raising the rent or having long-term tenants. The money-making possibilities are endless and exciting when it comes to investment properties.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1582428825898{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”9253″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] TOP 10 TIPS TO INCREASE […]

7 Tips for Real Estate Investors in a Seller’s Market

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[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Similar to other industries, the US housing market is influenced by supply and demand in real estate. Whether it is a buyer’s market or seller’s market depends on these real estate market trends. A common question that real estate investors ask is whether they should purchase an investment property in a seller’s market […]

Investors in Multifamily Properties Are Investing More in Secondary and Tertiary Markets

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Expanding economies and higher yields are driving multifamily investors to look into and invest in smaller cities. As of December 2019, Multifamily investors are now more likely to spend their money on properties in secondary and tertiary markets as opposed to investing in primary markets. — After decades of expansion, investors are starting to run […]

10 Steps to Buying a Home Owned by the Bank

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Many potential homebuyers and investors overlook properties owned by the bank, but for buyers who take the time to understand the REO process, these homes can be a great investment opportunity.   Some homebuyers are intimidated by bank-owned and foreclosed homes because they usually require more renovations than other options on the market. Nevertheless, […]