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What To Do When Your Real Estate Loan Is Declined

June 17, 2014 by Robby Oakes

There are many reasons why a mortgage loan could be declined. It doesn’t have to be the end of your real estate dreams. Here are a few things to consider if you’ve been turned down for a mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortagage Tips Tagged With: Home Buying, Mortgage, Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 16, 2014

June 16, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news was quiet in the housing sector, but retail sales and employment-related reports provided indications of less consumer spending and reduced consumer confidence.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: FOMC, Freddie Mac, Mortgage

What Are The Closing Costs Of Real Estate?

June 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes

You’ve found the perfect property and a great mortgage loan with the best interest rate you can find. What’s next in the home buying experience? Signing the contracts and paying the closing costs. But what exactly are closing costs?

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Closing Costs, Home Buying, Mortgage Tips

DIY Or Hire It Done, Renovating Real Estate Investment Properties

June 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Sometimes, when buying – or even thinking about buying real estate for investment purposes, you’re faced with the need to fix up the property.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: DIY, Homeowner Tips, Renovating Real Estate

How To Build The Ultimate Tree House For Your Children In Just Seven Steps

June 12, 2014 by Robby Oakes

One of the benefits of having a yard is the ability to build a tree fort for your children.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: DIY, Home, Home Value

4 Tips To Lower Homeowners Insurance For Your Home

June 11, 2014 by Robby Oakes

With the prices for everything skyrocketing these days, every penny counts. This includes your homeowner’s insurance costs.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: personal finance, Real Estate, Real Estate Tips

Understanding Your Credit Score And How It Impacts Your Home Ownership Prospects

June 10, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Understanding your credit score and how it impacts your home ownership prospects your credit score is an important part of your financial profile. It has a direct impact on your ability to take out loans.

Filed Under: Credit Scoring Tagged With: Credit Score, Home Buying, Mortgage, Real Estate, Real Estate Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 9, 2014

June 9, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news was mixed. Construction spending grew, but fell below the expected level. CoreLogic reported that April home prices continued to rise, but did so at their slowest growth rate in more than a year. Employment reports for private sector and government jobs indicated fewer jobs, but the national unemployment rate was steady.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: FOMC, Freddie Mac, Mortgage

Which Type Of Pool Is Right For You? We Look At The Best Designs For Your Backyard

June 6, 2014 by Robby Oakes

The decision to install a pool is generally one that is applauded by at least certain members of the family. Whether you have children or not, however, having a pool at home is certainly something you can enjoy for yourself.

Filed Under: Home Tips Tagged With: Backyard Designs, Pool, Summer Homes

How Pre-Qualifying Helps You Find the Right Home

June 5, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Too often, home buyers are disappointed when they find their dream home only to discover they are not able to get a mortgage to purchase the property. There are methods that potential buyers can use to ensure this does not happen to them.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Loans, Mortgage, prequalification

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