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Fintech Hitch launches new HELOC platform

Housing Wire

Austin fintech startup Hitch has rolled out a HELOC platform to help homeowners tap into more than $100 billion in government grants available for home renovation. Established at the start of 2022, Hitch will give qualified owners access to up to 90% of the equity locked in their homes, the company said Thursday.

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With low inventory, house hunters are in full safari mode

Housing Wire

One source of added inventory is the fix and flip industry , which is expected to acquire and renovate some 350,000 homes in 2023, according to Kurt Carlton, president of New Western , a private real estate investment marketplace. We should view affordable home production like infrastructure,” Yun added. housing affordability.”

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Room-By-Room Guide to Eco-Friendly Home Modifications and Renovations

Raleigh Realty

They can lead to more efficient homes, lower utility bills, and a greener environmental outlook. Just like a garage or a carport, environmental home renovations help to improve home value. Reused and Recycled Materials Even if you’re building an entirely new home, take advantage of recycled materials.

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Pushing Harder for Reducing Our Carbon Footprint in the Home

Will Springer Realtor

The home improvement site Angi asked homeowners about their major investment plans for the next five years. It also helps owners to seek out government incentives to lower project costs.

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Home Appraisal 101: Maximizing the Value of Your Home

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

During buyer’s markets, sellers might find it difficult to sell an outdated home or to achieve their asking price. Your home’s value, therefore, isn’t stagnant; it’s dynamic. The Value of a Home Appraisal. Some real estate firms or banks may refer to the home appraisal as a real estate appraisal. Home addition.

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4 Things I Wish I’d Known Before I Got an FHA Loan

Realtor

We found an FHA-approved lender, and in no time, we were on our way to buying our first home with a government-backed loan. You might not be able to use your FHA loan for renovations. The home was under budget, so we thought we’d just tap the unused portion of the loan to make repairs. “Mortgage insurance?”

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Leaks and Loss: Auditing Your Home for Energy Savings

Will Springer Realtor

Auditors should have experience in increasing the overall energy efficiency of a home. They will be able to offer suggestions on renovations or repairs that can help conserve energy. —– Rise , a leading online authority in sustainable home improvement, was a valuable resource for this blog post.