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How real estate professionals can help first responders buy a home

Housing Wire

Create a First Responder seminar or webinar, in person or online. FHA mortgage programs The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) provides easy-to-qualify government insured loans. Additionally, qualified borrowers do not need to pay for mortgage insurance, unlike with FHA mortgage plans. Add the links to your website.

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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

They have 100% financing, no mortgage insurance and there is no longer a loan limit and I am often able to give customers better interest rates even if they do not have a great credit score or their debt to income ratio is high. We do a lot of seminars,” Armstrong explained. “I

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A First-Time Home Buyer's Roadmap: Steps to Take Now for a Smooth Journey Ahead

Eppraisal

Take advantage of online resources, attend seminars, and consider hiring a real estate agent to guide you through the intricacies of the market. Start preparing for homeownership by budgeting for ongoing maintenance, property taxes, and homeowners insurance.

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5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know

Empire Appraisal Group

If a buyer is using an FHA-insured mortgage, the appraiser has to fulfill both the lender’s and HUD’s requirements, Bradley said. It’s not the appraiser’s decision to do a drive-by appraisal; it’s the lender’s decision based on the loan product the buyer is getting, Bradley said.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

There may be seminars available. Transaction costs (fees) may include loan application, escrow, credit report, title insurance, pest inspection, loan points, PMI, Appraisal, Appraisal management, Appraisal ‘technology’ fee, recording fee, transfer tax, underwriting and, of course, the broker/agent commission.

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Nancy Frates Joins Lamacchia as a Florida Relocation Consultant

Lamacchia Realty

As the Chief Florida Consultant for this program, buyers will attend the offered seminars in tandem with individualized consulting services to pinpoint the exact location and purchase process that fits their unique needs. Life can take you in many different directions and our journey has done just that.

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7 Best Books for Rental Property Managers [in 2022]

The Robert Weiler Company

You’ll understand multifamily property tax and insurance requirements and diligent financial bookkeeping. Mike Butler is a real estate investor, licensed real estate broker, author of real estate investment books, and a speaker at real estate investing seminars across the U.S. This book is a bit of an oldie, but it is a goodie!