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Planning for a Home Renovation: A Guide

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Many homeowners have decided not to sell their homes but to renovate them instead. Planning for a Home Renovation: A Guide When it comes time to renovate your home, there are a few things you should know. This post from Aspen Appraisal Services will provide all of the information you need to start planning your home renovation.

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HUD, White House announce new initiatives designed to boost housing supply

Housing Wire

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Thursday unveiled a series of new policies that are designed to boost housing supply and affordability across the country, according to HUD and White House officials. The new extension is estimated to create 38,000 additional units over 10 years, according to administration officials.

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Renovation loans get pandemic boost as homeowners want home offices

Housing Wire

The Federal Housing Administration’s 203(k) rehabilitation mortgage insurance program is designed for borrowers to renovate when they purchase or refinance. For over 40 years with Section 203(k) of the National Housing Act, FHA has been protecting lenders with fully-insured mortgage loans even as renovations are underway.

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Top renovations to protect homes from natural disasters

Housing Wire

Try one of these renovations: More for Real Estate Enthusiasts. A homebuyer’s guide to a competitive housing market. Home makeover: Design trends for your house in 2021. Four renovations to consider before selling your house. Finally, double-check your insurance policy. Storm shutters. Impact-resistant windows.

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What Impact Do Renovations Have on Appraisal Value?

Birmingham Appraisal

Home Renovations and Appraisal Value As an appraiser, I get asked about how much value will be added for different types of home projects or renovations. The best way to look at home renovations is by considering the overall impact they will have on your home. Updates or Renovations?

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Biden to call for first-time homebuyer tax credit, construction of 2 million homes

Housing Wire

In the address, the president will call for a $10,000 tax credit for both first-time homebuyers and people who sell their starter homes; the construction and renovation of more than 2 million additional homes; and cost reductions for renters. The White House estimates that this “will raise an additional $3.79

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FHA drafts guidance to expand financing on homes with ADUs

Housing Wire

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) published a new draft version of a Mortgagee Letter (ML) on Thursday that would update the mortgage insurance requirements on single-family homes with accessory dwelling units (ADU). FHA’s action today advances the goals of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Housing Supply Action Plan.”

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