For first-time buyers, the entire process of purchasing a home can feel overwhelming. And it is! But luckily for first-timers, there are loan programs available designed to make this process easier when it comes to financing your home. Some specialized loan programs come with specific requirements, while others are open to anyone who qualifies. And the best part? Some of these programs will help you get into a home with no money down. For most
Part of due diligence when buying a home is verifying a clear title. When there are issues with a property’s title, buyers can run into trouble down the road because of other claims to ownership, money owed, and even minor lot line issues. While you will likely purchase title insurance when buying a home, it’s still important to know about title searches so that you understand the process. Getting any issues resolved quickly will help
When you’re selling your home, it’s crucial to make it as presentable to buyers as possible. Your goal is to allow buyers to see themselves in your home, so you don’t want to overdo your staging, and instead, keep it minimal and neutral. If you hope to sell your home faster and at your asking price, try these six tips when staging your home for buyers. Clean Everything If you don’t or can’t spend too
With all of the moving parts involved in a real estate transaction – and their related costs – home buyers are sometimes tempted to forego their right to certain steps meant to protect them. Unfortunately, because a home inspection adds additional cost and a longer wait, buyers sometimes think that the inspection can be skipped – after all, the seller told you everything was in order, right? Skipping the home inspection can be one
The prospect of purchasing your own home can be one of the most exciting times of your life – until you see how much you’ll need for a down payment, that is. Add in closing costs – for real estate in Riverside, Orange, or Los Angeles County you could be looking at 1% of your loan, or more – and the upfront burden may be overwhelming. Most conventional loans require between 3-20% down, with your
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