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How Young Is ‘Too Young’ to Buy Your First Home? Getting Started Early Has Its Ups and Downs

April 25, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Many millennials are expected to enter the housing market in the next year with the interest rates still low. However, while it may be a good time, it does not necessarily mean that it’s the right time for you to make the investment. If you’re currently weighing your options when it comes to home ownership, here are some things to consider before you decide put the money down.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Tips

Going on a Nice Vacation? Protect Your Home and Valuables With These 3 Key Tips

April 20, 2017 by Robby Oakes

It’s always exciting to pack up and get away from your home for the sake of escape, but going on vacation also means leaving your home behind. While a good neighborhood can go a long way towards making sure your home stays safe in your absence, here are some additional tips for how to ensure you’ll be coming back from your trip without incident.

Filed Under: Around The Home, Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Real Estate Tips

Buying a Home on a Single Income? 3 Budgeting Tips That Will Make Things Easier

April 11, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you thinking about buying that perfect new home? Whether you’re buying for yourself or a new home for a family, there will be many costs involved. Let’s take a look at 3 budgeting tips that will help make home ownership on a single income easier.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Tips

It’s Tax Time: Learn How Buying a New Home Can Help to Reduce Your Tax Burden

April 7, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Most people do not look forward to tax time, whether they get money back or not, but as a homeowner there are a lot of things you can do that will help to reduce your taxes and get you a refund. If you’re getting prepared to invest in a home and are wondering how it can benefit you, here are some deductions you’ll want to watch out for.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Tips

Student Loans vs. Down Payments: 3 Ways You Can Manage Both and Buy a New Home

March 31, 2017 by Robby Oakes

The idea of paying off your student loans and buying a home at the same time can seem like an impossible feat given the impact on your Debt-to-Income (DTI) ratio. However, there are ways it’s possible to have enough funds and good enough credit to make your dream of home ownership come true a little more quickly.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Down Payments, Home Buyer Tips

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