Tag: Homebuyers

Posted on 01/14/2024

Comparing VA & Conventional Loans: What First-Time Homebuyers Should Know

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 04/11/2021

Homebuying for the Minimalist Lifestyle

Are you a minimalist? If you’ve heard this question recently, you may be wondering just what it means and how does it affect you. It is NOT a set of rules.It is NOT about how much you own. It is NOT about how much money you earn. It is NOT about buying specific items or giving up certain...

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Minimalist

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Posted on 08/04/2019

What Are the Costs for Securing a Mortgage?

Securing a mortgage to buy a home is probably one of the best and most important milestones in a person's life. It comes with a lot of benefits and bragging rights. But, even with all of the butterflies and feelings of being on cloud nine, the truth of the matter is that there are also costs in securing...

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Mortgage

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Posted on 03/11/2019

Big Home Sold in New York

It’s well known that real estate in New York City is some of the most expensive in the country, but this new penthouse condo has taken the cake before its even finished. While still under construction, the most expensive home sold in the US was purchased by hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin for a cool $238 million. More...

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New York City

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Posted on 01/14/2019

House Hunting in your Hometown

House hunting in your hometown can lead to a false sense of confidence. Knowing the lay of the land, best routes to commute and the quality of schools are all advantages. Yet, these can lead to assumptions which may cause you to miss out on hidden gems. Existing houses that have not been on the market in several...

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