The learning curve is pretty steep when it comes to buying your first home, simply because many factors are involved. Finding the right home, budgeting for the down payment and mortgage payments, understanding the terminology and even picking the right neighborhood are just some of the things a first time home buyer must consider. To avoid home […]
If you are looking to move to a place with the beauty of the mountains and lakes, but you are still in an area that has plenty of shopping and things to do, consider relocating to Mooresville, NC. You are just a couple hours from one of the tallest points in the state – Clingman’s Dome […]
You’re finally settled in your new home just before the holidays and you are ready to decorate. You start hanging the stockings on the fireplace and putting up lights. Before you light everything up, you need to make sure you follow the tips in this holiday safety tips presentation to ensure you have a safe […]
If you are thinking of buying a home during the holidays, remember the small things, such as setting a closing date that doesn’t interfere with your celebrations. Once you close, you’ll have to move, so if the closing date is on December 23 and you celebrate Christmas, your celebration will most likely be spent moving […]
As a first time home buyer, you should know what items you are able to negotiate. Before you get to that step, know what your credit scores are and get pre-approved for a mortgage. If you are pre-approved, you’ll have a good idea of the amount of money you can finance. Finally, check into some of the […]
The kids are married with their own families and you have a lot of extra space in your home. You also have a lot of mortgage left and might be tired of cleaning rooms you don’t use. It might be time to downsize your home. In addition to having a home that is easier to […]
If you are buying a home for the first time, you may be a bit intimidated by the mortgage process. However, it is easier than it sounds, especially when you are able to qualify for first time home buyer assistance. To qualify as a first time home buyer, you need to be buying a home […]
Are you living in a house with several empty bedrooms? You might be considering downsizing, but the best age to downsize isn’t always right at retirement. Should I downsize before retirement? You might wait for a while after retirement, or maybe consider downsizing before you retire. Several factors should play into your decision, including the cost to […]
If you are considering downsizing your home, you may be ready. In addition to financial concerns, you must also consider several other things, such as where you want to move, why you want to downsize, whether you are downsizing in addition to a move that you feel you must make and whether you are physically […]
Once you decide to buy a house, you should do some research before you even start looking at properties. You should know what the mortgage rates are, how your credit score affects interest rates, approximate homeowner’s insurance and taxes for the area you would like to live in and know what kind of home you […]