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Fannie Mae: Policymakers should look elsewhere to improve affordability

Housing Wire

While the researchers cite a number of outside experts it consulted, including the American Enterprise Institute and economists from both the Federal Housing Finance Agency and Fannie Mae, it did not consult with any fair lending experts. The federal government has no simple mechanism to reduce local property taxes or utility costs.

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Key Considerations When Buying Your Retirement Dream Home

Eppraisal

Evaluate your budget, including the down payment, ongoing mortgage payments, property taxes, and maintenance costs. Explore financing options tailored to retirees, such as reverse mortgages or home equity lines of credit, to maximize financial flexibility. Factor in potential changes in income and expenses during retirement.

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The Benefits of Working with a Local Florida Real Estate Expert

Lamacchia Realty

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A LOCAL FLORIDA REAL ESTATE EXPERT Navigating the complex world of buying or selling property can be challenging, particularly for those unfamiliar with the intricacies of the Florida real estate marke t.

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Medical Professionals Moving Guide: Healthcare Relocation Resources

Raleigh Realty

Finances - Any time you are thinking of buying a home or relocating, it goes without saying that one of the most important components that need to be considered are your finances. With some healthcare positions, especially for nurses, sign-on bonuses are often offered to help offset differences in the cost of living.

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Bitcoin Real Estate Transactions Gain Popularity

McKissock

Although using crypto to pay for real estate isn’t a new concept (we’ve already been using it for international transactions), it’s starting to become a more mainstream concept when it comes to local property sales.

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Rent Vs. Buy: How To Decide In 5 Steps

Quicken Loans

A major factor in anyone’s decision-making process, though, is one’s personal finances. Not only that, but there are tax savings to being a homeowner (though with the recent tax changes there may be limits as to how much mortgage interest, state and local property taxes you can write off). However, that’s not always the case.