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Creative Ways to Finance a Home Renovation with Your Mortgage

May 14, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Renovating a home can be an exciting yet costly endeavor. Whether updating an outdated kitchen, adding more living space, or improving energy efficiency, homeowners often seek financing options that make renovations more affordable. One strategic way to fund home improvements is by leveraging your mortgage. Several loan programs and refinancing options allow homeowners to roll renovation costs into their mortgage, making upgrades more accessible and financially manageable.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Renovation, Mortgage Options, Renovation Loans

Can I Finance Home Renovations Into My Mortgage at Closing?

April 25, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Purchasing a home that needs renovations or upgrading your current home can be costly, but financing home improvements through your mortgage can be an effective solution. Instead of taking out a separate loan for renovations, some mortgage programs allow you to roll the cost of home improvements into your home loan at closing. This strategy can help you spread renovation costs over time while securing a potentially lower interest rate compared to personal loans or credit cards.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Home Buying, Home Renovation, Mortgage Tips

Home Improvement Projects to Maximize Comfort and Functionality

March 11, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Home improvement projects are a fantastic way to enhance the comfort and functionality of your living space. Whether you’re planning a kitchen remodel, bathroom upgrade, or an addition to your home, construction loans can provide the necessary financing to turn your dreams into reality. Consequently, here’s how construction loans can be used for various home improvement projects and what you need to know to get started.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Construction Loan, Home Improvement, Home Renovation

Unlocking the Potential of Cash Only Properties with a Renovation Loan

August 27, 2024 by Robby Oakes

Navigating today’s real estate market can be challenging, especially when dealing with properties listed as “cash-only.” These homes often require extensive repairs or are in poor condition, making them difficult to finance through traditional means. Fortunately, a renovation loan offers a solution, allowing you to finance both the purchase and renovation of these properties with a single loan.

Filed Under: Mortgage Application Tagged With: Home Renovation, Mortgage, Renovation Loan

4 Times When Laminate Flooring Is Better Than Hardwood

July 12, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Hardwood flooring is considered a premium flooring material. It’s natural, long-lasting, durable and comes in a wide assortment of colors, wood, stains and plank widths. But hardwood flooring isn’t always the best choice. If you’re looking at homes to buy and eliminating the ones with laminate flooring, you could be overlooking some important considerations.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Decor, Home Renovation, Real Estate

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