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The Pros of Buying Pre-construction

If you’re in the process of searching for a home, you may be considering whether or not to buy a pre-construction. While this is an attractive option for many, it comes with a few pros and cons that you’ll want to consider. Let's explore the advantages of purchasing a pre-construction property. The Pros of Buying Pre-Construction Lower price and maintenance fees: Buying a pre-construction...

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1st Time Homebuyers

Focus on the sales price of the house. Don't antagonize the seller over non-essentials like the air conditioner, appliances etc. Ask the seller to share in closing costs to help in reducing the over all cost.Arrange for a home inspection if you have any doubts about hidden construction flaws. Many times the seller will pick up the costs or split them if you ask them to. Do this and you will not suffer...

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Saving for a Home

"Neither a borrower nor a lender be" could be translated as: Maybe it's time to stop renting (borrowing) and buy a home of your own. But how do you know what you can afford? And how do you make the leap from renter to good loan risk? There are many types of loans, but there are two main criteria for qualifying: Good credit. A good credit history with no or low debt is the ideal. Contact creditors and...

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Home Types Comparison

Generally, the available types of Homes are: Apartment, Condominium, Townhouse and (Detached) Home. The major differences between these types of Homes are Ownership and Responsibility. For Rentals, the Owner has the Ownership and Responsibility of the Rental property (rather than Renter). Following are some Advantages and Disadvantages of these Home Types and their comparisons... Apartment: A type of...