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HW+ Member Spotlight: Max Simkoff

Housing Wire

I knew we were heading in the right direction, and that strengthened our resolve to meet any structural barriers to entering the market with determination, ultimately to make the entire closing process easier, faster and more affordable. HousingWire: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

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17 Realtors® Go Back in Time: First Year Real Estate Advice

Raleigh Realty

One of the first questions new Realtors have for me is always 'how much money will I make in my first year?' and in order to answer that question, you need to understand how Real Estate Agents make money. Your gross income is different than your net income, so make sure you're tracking your expenses.

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What Are the VA Loan Benefits for Disabled Veterans?

Quicken Loans

The VA loan is a great option for any eligible veteran, active-duty service member or surviving spouse. It offers the chance to get into a home without a down payment and a one-time funding fee in place of mortgage insurance. Before we get there though, let’s discuss some basic questions often asked by veterans.

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Educate your clients on down payment assistance programs

Housing Wire

However, for many first-time homebuyers , the hurdle of making a substantial down payment can seem insurmountable and many can only put down 3-5%, or $12,078 – $20,130. This is where down payment assistance programs can come into play, offering a lifeline to those aspiring to become homeowners. of the home’s purchase price.

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Appraisers Riding the Waves of Up and Down Mortgage Rates 

Appraisal Today

So, your first step is to get proper counsel, who can then give you proper advice… A state’s appraisal board carries the sword and shield of legal counsel. Being a board member and practicing appraiser can be a conflict as you are making decisions on other appraisers. Do not get out of the water and put your surfboard away.

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The Assumable Mortgage – Is It the Right Move for You?

PennyMac

Under certain circumstances conventional mortgages can also be assumable, but the majority of those loans contain a due-on-sale clause requiring the full balance of the loan to be paid upon transfer of property ownership, which makes the loan ineligible for assumption. We’re talking about the Assumable Mortgage. What Is an Assumable Mortgage?

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First Time Home Buyer Guide Raleigh, NC

Raleigh Realty

First Time Home Buyer Guide Raleigh, NC Buying a house for the first time is a big decision, so you want to make sure you are ready as a first time home buyer. That is what prompted us to create this first time home buyer guide filled with tips, tricks, programs, grants, and all the steps involved in the home buying process.

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