When you are looking to purchase a home, you might hear a lot about something called a homeowners association, often shortened to HOA. While there are benefits of having an HOA in a living community, these benefits also have their drawbacks. There are a few common headaches that people often experience when they move into a community that has an HOA. Anticipating these problems ahead of time can help everyone prepare for what they might encounter. The Maintenance In The Common Area Whether you … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 12th, 2019
Last week’s scheduled economic news included the Federal Reserve’s survey of loan officers and the University of Michigan’s report on consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released. Fed Survey of Loan Officers Finds Banks Tightened Lending Standards The Federal Reserve’s survey of financial institutions found that lenders tightened standards for credit card and other consumer loan approval. Lending officials said that … [Read more...]
How Does My Existing Debt Affect Getting A New Mortgage?
Carrying debt is a common problem that people have. Some of the most common types of debt include student loans, credit cards, and motor vehicles. When you are interested in buying a new home, you often think about whether or not your debt is going to hurt your chances of qualifying for a new mortgage. Fortunately, you may still get a new home with that debt. There are several factors that may determine whether or not you qualify. Your Debt to Income Ratio The debt to income ratio is a major … [Read more...]
Three Important Benefits Of An Open Floor Plan
If you are looking for a new home, or if you are looking to renovate your existing home, you might have heard about something called an open floor plan. In today's era of housing, this layout has become more popular. In an open floor plan, there is a single, large space that can act as multiple rooms all in one. Often, hallways, walls, and doors are left out. This makes the entire space feel more inviting. There are numerous advantages to this plan that everyone should keep in mind. Added … [Read more...]
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