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Moving to a New City? Tips for Finding a Family-friendly Community to Buy Your New Home In

October 23, 2014 by

In this post we’ll share a handful of tips that you may find helpful if you’re searching for a family-friendly neighborhood in a new city.

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Juggling Priorities: How to Manage Buying a New Home and Selling Your Old One at the Same Time

October 21, 2014 by

In today’s blog post we’ll share a few tips for how to manage a buying and selling transaction simultaneously without being overwhelmed by them.

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Closing Costs: Understanding What It Costs to Close on a Home and What You Can Expect to Pay

October 10, 2014 by

In this post we’ll look at a number of these closing costs and what you will be expected to pay when you buy that next dream home.

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The Pros and Cons of Buying a New Home Versus Buying Pre-owned

October 7, 2014 by

Buying a house, condo or townhouse is an exciting and rewarding time which tends to be a lot of fun. However, along the way you’ll need to make a number of decisions – including whether you want to buy a pre-owned home or one that has been built recently.

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Turned Down for a Mortgage? What to Do if You are Declined – and How to Get Second Opinion

September 12, 2014 by

If you have been declined for a mortgage, you may think that home ownership is out of reach. However, there are ways to turn a rejection into an approval and to find a more accessible loan. Here are just a few steps you can take to learn about your loan options and get the mortgage that works for you.

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Real Estate Secrets: Understanding the ‘Option Period’ and What This Term Means for You as a Buyer

August 27, 2014 by

When the sale of real estate takes place, a certain amount of time might be allotted after a contract is created but before the transaction is finalized. During this time the buyer may decide not to follow through with the deal set forth in the contract.

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Five Absolute Truths About the Home Buying Process That You Will Need to Come to Terms With

August 12, 2014 by

Buying a home is an exciting time, but there can be setbacks. In this article we’ll share 5 potential setbacks that home buyers will need to come to terms with to make a successful purchase.

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Getting Past No: What To Do If You’re Turned Down For A Mortgage Or Other Home Financing

June 25, 2014 by

With most home prices well above what the majority of us have in the bank, getting approved for a mortgage can be the deal maker or breaker when it comes to purchasing a piece of property.

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The Ideal Investment Property: What Features Should You Be Looking for the First Time Around?

April 2, 2014 by

When purchasing a piece of real estate, it is important to ensure that the features of the home meet your criteria and best serve your goals.

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6 Tips For Buying An Older Home

February 5, 2013 by

Buying an old home is like buying a piece of local history. Here is how to do it properly.

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