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Choosing the Right Lender

PennyMac

Purchasing a home is a big step, and you want a knowledgeable lending partner by your side as you weigh your financing options and navigate the paperwork involved. You’ll have peace of mind knowing your borrowing limit and be able to show realtors and sellers that you’re serious about purchasing.

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7 Takeaways: Due Diligence Fee and Earnest Money in Real Estate

Raleigh Realty

If you are unsure of who you wish to complete your home inspection, your realtor will be able to guide you through the process of choosing a reliable inspector. This is a task that your realtor can be present for on your behalf. If you have an inspector that you are familiar with, you may choose to work with them.

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Mastering How to Order a Home Appraisal Quickly

AmeriMac

This is because the appraisal helps the lender ensure that they are not lending more money than the home is worth. Some lenders, such as Fannie Mae, even allow for a property inspection waiver (PIW) in certain cases, making the appraisal process even quicker.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

If you’re reading this article, you will likely need a commercial real estate appraisal for property being sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed. The information that arises helps enlighten those who own, manage, sell, lend money, or invest in commercial real estate property.

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The Complete Guide to Buying a Home After College

Raleigh Realty

And for one more benefit, you can deduct your property taxes. 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. Unconventional loans are insured by the federal government. You'll need a credit score of at least 620.

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Real Estate Appraisers Share How They Stand Out from the Competition

McKissock

” “I make sure that I’m polite (goes a long way even with Realtors). ” “The fact that I have worked as a fee appraiser for mortgage related transactions for many years and I now work for a government entity as an appraiser for property tax related purposes. Client relations. So, I don’t.

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How to Buy a Home as a Single Mom or Dad

Raleigh Realty

This will give you and your realtor a more concrete idea of the price range that you are going to stick to once you hit the pavement to look for your new home. Some of the benefits include low down payments (usually around 3.5), low monthly mortgage insurance rates, and flexible credit score requirements. USDA Loans- The U.S