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The Fundamentals of Foundation Issues in Home Buying
Foundation issues are two words you don’t want to hear when you are looking at a potential new home. Even though it’s fun to think about the unique design features, floor plans, and finishes in a home, it is important to make sure that the house is sitting on a solid foundation before buying it. A foundation may not be the trait that wow’s your guests at the house warming party, but it is the crucial feature that holds up
Texas is a Great Place to Call Home: Top Reasons to Make Texas Your Home
Texas is growing in population, which is not surprising when you look at all of the things that make the Lone Star State a great place to call home. These 268,597 square miles of land are home to 27.86 million Texans. It’s no secret that Texans are proud of their state, and they have a lot of reasons to boast. These are a few of the things that make Texas a place to call home. The Land As a resident
The First 6 Things Every New Home Owner Should Do: Creating Safety in Your New Home Before Moving In
As a new home owner it is exciting to move in and start making a house your home, but don’t forget to think safety first. We know that there are a lot of things to do in your new home. These first 6 steps are things you can do to add safety and security to your home before you move in. The good news is that all of these things can be done in one day! With a little advanced
Strengthening Your Offer: Buying a Home Without Going Over Budget
Making a competitive offer on a home is imperative in a sellers market. In our last article we addressed the Spring Housing market in Texas and the challenges of buying a home in the most popular time of the year to buy. The inventory of homes can be lower than the demand for housing in areas that grow quickly. Making a strong offer is crucial to buying a home. In the multiple offer situation, often caused by a market flooded
Spring home buying: The best time to buy a home in Texas
The best time to buy a home is when you are ready, however Spring home buying can be a great time to seize opportunities in the housing market. Although there are some advantages of buying a home in the Spring, it is best to be prepared for what is ahead. This post will help you prepare for the Spring home buying experience. To do this, we will address the challenges and benefits of the season, the current housing market in
The potential cost of waiting to buy a home: DFW Housing Market
There are a few potential costs of waiting to buy a home, especially in the competitive DFW housing market. If you are planning to make this area your home, buying a home sooner rather than later has financial advantages. In this post you will learn the best reasons to consider buying a home now, in a housing market that is growing quickly. Prices are Climbing DFW is home the headquarters of a number of big and small businesses alike. Because
Mortgage Loan: How Maintaining a Good Credit Score Helps You Save Money
When you are looking to buy a home or refinance your current mortgage having a good credit score will help you save money. Lenders need to know that their customers will use the credit that they extend, responsibly. This is why your credit history and credit score are an important factor in obtaining a mortgage loan. Maintaining a good credit score is the best way to show that are you a trustworthy candidate for financial investments. The purpose of this
Buy a Home in Texas: Your Home’s Value and Your Neighborhood
If you are looking to buy a home in Texas, it is a good idea to know which are the best neighborhoods to buy in. This information is not only good to know because you may want to live in an area with a low crime rate and top schools, but also because the neighborhood can tell you a lot about property value. Your home’s value and the value of the homes around it are often connected. Knowing the estimated
