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What to Do With Spot When Buying a Home

April 30, 2021 Katrina Moyer Mortgage Comments Off

Buying a home in another location far away can be challenging in terms of logistics as well as moving, but it becomes additionally harder for pet owners who may not be able to take their bigger animals with them right away. Oftentimes folks may have to prepare a newly-bought home for a pet, make multiple moving trips, or might not be able to take the new pet to the location at all for a while. All of these situations can be frustrating and difficult for both the pet and owner. Some available solutions can make some sense depending on the situation.

Home Buying Horror Stories: How Buying a Home Can Go Wrong – and How to Avoid These Mistakes

April 29, 2021 Katrina Moyer Home Buyer Tips Comments Off

When you buy a home, you may have dreams of settling into a beautiful new space that meets your needs and that your family can feel comfortable in. While many will enjoy this vision of domestic tranquility after taking ownership of their dream home, others have had their dream turn into a veritable nightmare due to some simple mistakes or oversights on their part.

Stimulus Checks And Your New Mortgage

April 28, 2021 Katrina Moyer Mortgage Comments Off

Most of the focus on stimulus checks has been on “when” they will arrive, but if you are in the market for a new home (and mortgage) you should know how that payment will impact your financing. Part of the latest Covid 19 relief package includes payments and protections for existing borrowers and renters, but what about those who are looking to buy? According to the IRS, here are a few things to know about how your stimulus impacts your upcoming mortgage.

The Potential Pitfalls of Buying a Second Home for Income

April 27, 2021 Katrina Moyer Mortgage Comments Off

Aside from owning a business, owning rental property has been one of the top investment choices for people, most commonly done through buying a second home. Handled right, income properties can generate significant gains for investors, both in terms of real estate appreciation as well as monthly income from tenants.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 26, 2021

April 26, 2021 Katrina Moyer Financial Reports Comments Off

Last week’s scheduled economic news included readings on sales of new and previously-owned homes and weekly reports on jobless claims and mortgage rates.

March Sales of Previously-owned Homes Dip; New Home Sales Rise

Sales of single-family homes fell in March as demand for homes exceeded availability. 6.01 million previously-owned homes were sold in March on a seasonally-adjusted annual basis; analysts expected a pace of 6.11 million sales based on February’s reading of 6.24 million sales of existing homes. The March reading for sales of pre-owned homes was 3.70 percent lower year-over-year and was the lowest sales pace reported since August 2020.

Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney to Help Close Your Home Purchase? Let’s Take a Look

April 23, 2021 Katrina Moyer Home Buyer Tips Comments Off

When buying a new home, you may have a close eye focused on your budget and expenses, and your goal may be to keep related expenses to a minimum. However, you may also be well aware that a real estate purchase is a legal transaction, and you may be wondering if you need to pay for legal services from a real estate attorney.

Buying a Home While Relocating is a Smarter Choice

April 22, 2021 Katrina Moyer Mortgage Comments Off

The idea of buying a home is challenging enough as the process requires a lengthy approval validation, paperwork, financing, and the actual move with logistics. However, when one really looks at what typically occurs with relocation, buying versus renting can start to make more sense over time.

Do Not Procrastinate On These Spring Maintenance Tasks

April 21, 2021 Katrina Moyer Home Tips Comments Off

At the flowers begin to bloom and the weather starts to warm up, everyone is thinking about spring cleaning. It is critical to make sure the house is ready for the warmer weather. What are the top spring maintenance tasks that have to be completed? Do not procrastinate on these tasks, as the price could be high.

7 Inexpensive Upgrades You Can Make To Your Rental Property

April 20, 2021 Katrina Moyer Investment Properties Comments Off

Upgrading your rental doesn’t need to cut deeply into your profits. You can add curb appeal and help prospective tenants see your rental as their next home by making some simple changes. The following upgrades are all things that a handy landlord can do without needing to hire professional contractors.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 19, 2021

April 19, 2021 Katrina Moyer Financial Reports Comments Off

Last week’s economic news included readings from the National Association of Home Builders on housing markets along with Commerce Department readings on housing starts and building permits issued. Fed Chair Jerome Powell appeared on 60 Minutes. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.

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