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Investors turn their eyes to affordable housing opportunities

Housing Wire

There’s a growing sense that affordable housing is a stable investment class for banks and insurance companies; even in the 2008 – 2009 recession, it held up well.”. For instance, it’s possible that housing tax credits and other supports for affordable housing could be sacrificed or functionally negated by property tax increases.

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Hidden Costs to Uncover Before Moving to a Presumably Cheaper Part of the US to Live

Eppraisal

Transportation Expenses One aspect often overlooked when considering a cheaper place to live is transportation costs. Moving to a less expensive area might mean living farther away from work, resulting in longer commutes and increased expenses for fuel, maintenance, or public transportation fees.

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What’s the Cost of Living in Raleigh, North Carolina?

Raleigh Realty

Table of Contents: Cost of Living in Raleigh Income Housing costs Utilities Food Healthcare Transportation Taxes FAQ Cost of Living in Raleigh The cost of living in Raleigh is less than the national average. Costs for goods and services are generally below average rates, in addition to lower tax rates. Income tax rate 4.99 13.3

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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. Read on for more information about how a home appraiser determines the value of your property. A home appraisal is a legal document containing information that determines the current fair market value of a new or existing property.

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4 Effective Steps to Find Commercial Rental Properties for Sale

The Robert Weiler Company

Once you focus on these criteria, you will have a better understanding of where you want to begin your commercial property search. Property taxes in the area. Transportation and access. Average prices of comparable commercial rental properties available in the area. Insurance costs in the area. Demographics.

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Opinion: Fannie Mae’s title insurance pilot program overreaches

Housing Wire

Unfortunately, one of the proposals the President mentioned in the SOTU was to revive a previously discredited and shelved pilot program that would waive the requirement for lender’s title insurance on certain refinances by Fannie Mae. By law it is not an insurer nor is it capitalized or regulated to do this. million in claims.

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The Ultimate Guide to Retiring in Florida: Tips for a Smooth Transition

Lamacchia Realty

Additionally, the state is no stranger to hurricanes, and it’s crucial to be prepared and have a plan, along with home insurance , in the event of severe weather. Consider housing prices, property taxes, healthcare costs, and everyday expenses like groceries and utilities.