Listing Spark

DECEMBER 9, 2020

It is more than likely that if you are selling a residential home in Texas the buyer is going to ask you (home seller) to pay for the title insurance policy. The title insurance premium is set by the Texas Department of Insurance and will be the exact same at any title company you choose. Contractual Expenses.

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Zillow

JULY 15, 2019

American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) : A not-for-profit professional association that sets and promotes standards for property inspections and provides educational opportunities to its members. Buyers market : Market conditions that exist when homes for sale outnumber buyers.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 27, 2021

Here's everything you need to know about buying a home Whether you are a first-time home buyer or a seasoned veteran of the housing market, buying a house is no small undertaking. There is nothing worse for a buyer than starting to look at homes online, falling in love with a few, then realizing that they are not in your budget.

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PennyMac

JUNE 28, 2022

More specifically, closing costs are fees that you (as the buyer) will pay to third parties who have performed services for purchasing your home. From taxes, to inspection fees, to mortgage fees, you’ll need to make sure each party is paid to fully purchase your home. Closing costs can apply to both the buyer and seller.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 29, 2021

With everything from securing a loan to dealing with the home inspection, a home buyer has a lot to handle. Consider Property Taxes When you pay for your home, you'll need to pay other fees like property taxes and insurance. Your neighborhood may require homeowner's association (HOA) fees, too.

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PennyMac

APRIL 18, 2022

Buyer builds equity in the home. Property taxes and HOA fees are the buyer’s responsibility. Buyer has full control over home improvements and upgrades. Buyer has full control over home improvements and upgrades. Buyer incurs any maintenance and repair cost. Rental insurance is inexpensive.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 20, 2022

Hidden Costs when Purchasing a Home There are hidden costs when buying a home, including closing costs, insurance, or utility costs. When many buyers consider the cost of purchasing a home, the mortgage payment is typically the expense that immediately comes to mind. This is one thing many buyers don't realize.

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Realtor

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

The good news is that buyers don’t have to go in blindly: Your VA loan-savvy real estate agent will be your ally in helping you estimate the costs you will need throughout the process, no matter where you live. Buyers will often pay this fee, which runs, on average, about $30 , to their lender when they first apply for a loan.

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Realtor

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

The good news is that buyers don’t have to go in blindly: Your VA loan-savvy real estate agent will be your ally in helping you estimate the costs you will need throughout the process, no matter where you live. Buyers will often pay this fee, which runs, on average, about $30 , to their lender when they first apply for a loan.

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Garages are a very important feature for many homebuyers, and can even end up being a dealbreaker for some buyers. They can be hard to add onto or expand, and any additions or changes might require more expensive permits and extensive inspections. May not be allowed by your HOA or city permitting office. Detached Garages: Cons.

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Florida Insurance TODAY with Kandie Landers. It is only covered under flood insurance.  Condo policies, which in our industry are called HO6 policies are basically a “walls in” policy because the HOA covers the structure itself and the roof. Listen, we all want a piece of paradise, including myself. 

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Raleigh Realty

MAY 3, 2021

First-time home buyers have many advantages available to them when it comes to first-time home buyer mortgage programs. Conventional loans are insured by private lenders. The catch is that you will need to pay private mortgage insurance if you put down less than 20. These are excellent choices for buyers with low incomes.

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Listing Spark

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

In order to get the most exposure and the most potential buyers, your goal should be to get on as many sites as possible. 97% of home buyers search for their home online so there is no question that this is a critical step. However, the majority of home buyers are looking for homes on the MLS and not searching on FSBO sites.

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Listing Spark

JULY 5, 2023

When you’re in the property for the long term, you want a solid home inspection from a licensed inspector you can trust. You will also want to make sure you get the HOA documents as early as possible to ensure there’s not a cap or a full restriction against short-term rentals (ex., Airbnb) or long-term rentals.

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PennyMac

JANUARY 3, 2024

With a VA loan, there are: No down payment on home purchase loans* Lower closing cost limits Lower interest rates Relaxed credit requirements No monthly mortgage insurance premiums Already have a VA loan for your first home? For example, in a buyer's market, homes tend to remain listed for longer and may sell at a lower price.

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Lamacchia Realty

JANUARY 27, 2023

2022 was a strong market despite the climate disaster in the fall, rates, and the thickening plot with obtaining home insurance in Florida , which has become more costly to obtain complete coverage. Then, as rates rose, buyers and sellers began to hesitate to play the game. Prices for all these three counties combined were 7.5%

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PennyMac

AUGUST 2, 2022

Often, you need a 20% down payment, and if you don’t have 20%, you may need mortgage insurance, which will add to your monthly expenses. A pre-approval indicates that you’re a serious buyer, which is especially helpful for step 2: finding a property. Starting a property inspection and appraisal. Find A Property. Other Assets.

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Assurance Financial

APRIL 29, 2021

If the house doesn’t pass inspection or the sale doesn’t go through due to an allowable contingency, the buyer gets the EMD back. But if the buyer cancels the sale or backs out for another reason, the seller gets to keep the EMD. FAIR (Fair Access to Insurance Requirement). HOA (Homeowners Association).

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Houston Properties

OCTOBER 1, 2021

We used the following assumptions for calculating monthly PITI (principal, interest, taxes and insurance) using data from [link]. The neighborhood median HOA fee (If applicable. annual insurance costs. annual insurance costs. increased Sphere of Influence and exposure to more potential buyers. 20% down payment.

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