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Rhode Island historian uses a reverse mortgage as an estate planning tool

Housing Wire

A proprietary reverse mortgage from Finance of America Companies (FOA) now secures the home of Rhode Island ’s honorary historian laureate after the property was returned to the owner after attempts to bequeath it to a nonprofit historical society he founded. This is according to reporting from The Providence Journal.

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Make Your First Investment Property an Attractive and Profitable Option

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

You’ve just purchased your first property to renovate. Keep in mind that investment homebuyers will be required to put down a minimum of 15% to secure financing, according to Lending Tree. Let the Renovations Begin! How can you capitalize on your first investment property? Determine How Much You Can Afford.

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How to Move and Start a Home Business – Yes, at the Same Time

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Decide what you are looking for in your new home, how much space you will want, what renovations you are willing to make, needs relating to your business activities, and more. Your first step should be to write up a plan for your business that will help guide you as you figure out things like finances, marketing, and administrative tasks.

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Understanding the Math of Profitable Investment Properties

Eppraisal

These may include property taxes, insurance, maintenance and repairs, property management fees, and any homeowner association (HOA) dues. This includes the down payment, closing costs, and any renovation or improvement expenses. Assessing Financing Options The way you finance an investment property can impact its profitability.

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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.

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Just Put in an Offer on a Home? Here's What to Expect

Eppraisal

Your bid may need to be higher, your contract contingencies may be undesirable or other buyers may have more attractive financing requirements. Your offer will only become legally binding if the seller signs it. Buy New Homeowners Insurance Call an insurer about getting a policy for your new home.

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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

They are also used to assess the value of the home for home improvement loans and insurance evaluations. A home appraisal is a legal document containing information that determines the current fair market value of a new or existing property. Renovation loan assessments. Mortgage financing and refinancing.

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