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Desktop Appraisals: Who, When, and Why

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Home equity lines of credit (HELOCs): When homeowners apply for HELOCs, lenders may request desktop appraisals to ascertain the property’s value and determine the credit limit without requiring a full appraisal. I have done drivebys for estate appraisals when the home had been sold and I had no access. baths, 14,450 sq.ft.,

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What Is a Foreclosure and How Does it Work?

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It can be hard to pass up a good deal, especially when it’s on a large purchase like a home. That’s why many home buyers turn to foreclosed homes in hopes of getting more space in a better area and with a much lower price tag. Home in foreclosure : a property going through the foreclosure process.

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8 Different Types Of Home Loans

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A decisive majority of home buyers ( about 80% ) rely on one of a few types of home loans available to purchase a home. Each has unique benefits, though not all types of mortgage loans apply (or are accessible) for every home sale. The program allows multiple home purchases for eligible individuals.

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100+ YEARS IN, ZONING LAWS INCH TOWARD HOUSING EQUITY

Will Springer Realtor

Suburban residents can be almost assured of the peaceful enjoyment of their home without worrying about a neighbor constructing a rollercoaster or baseball stadium next door. Constraints on housing creation, especially among so-called starter homes, arguably limit the number of workers who can access high-producing jobs.

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WILL WAR IN UKRAINE IMPACT OUR HOUSING MARKET?

Will Springer Realtor

Similar fears exist for the energy supply, equity markets, currencies, electric and internet grids, and defense of nations aligned against Russia. Most home buyers focus on the direction of interest rates. To purchase a home, many buyers withdraw funds from stock and cryptocurrency markets as well as retirement accounts.