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4 Things Homebuyers Should Know About New Construction Homes
Being the first person to own a newly built home can be a source of immense pride and enjoyment. Having the chance to build a house to your exact specifications gives you a great opportunity to move into a home that you can enjoy for many years.
As a potential buyer of a new home, there are some important things to keep in mind throughout the research and building process that will help make the process simpler. To help ensure you're fully prepared, here are four things homebuyers should know about new construction homes:
There Are Lots of Options
It's easy to miss when you walk through a completed...
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Why You Should Avoid Using Credit Cards When Shopping for a House
If you're looking for a new home, you probably already know that a mortgage lender will consider your credit score, percentage of available credit used and debt-to-income (DTI) ratio. If your score is too low or your credit utilization or DTI ratio is too high, the lender may charge you a high interest rate or reject your loan application altogether.
Buyers often run into trouble because they don't understand a key fact about how mortgage lenders vet candidates. A lender checks a borrower's credit when an application is submitted, and again shortly before closing. If a borrower uses credit cards to buy furniture and appliances or to pay for moving costs, the person's credit s...
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6 Security Tips for Your New Home
Buying and moving into a new home is exciting, but it also requires a lot of attention to detail, from closing the deal to figuring out the logistics of getting all your belongings from point A to point B. Amid all the excitement, planning and unpacking, many new homeowners overlook one essential factor: the security of their new house.
If you're moving, consider these six tips from the home security experts at ADT to help keep your family and your property safe and secure:
Change the Locks. You never know who lived in your property before you mov...
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How to Save Up for a Down Payment
Saving up for a down payment is one of the biggest challenges for aspiring first-time homebuyers. A typical down payment can range from 5 to 20 percent of a home's purchase price–that's no small chunk of change. Although it might seem overwhelming to rack up thousands of dollars, practicing some discipline and using the right tactics can help you pull it off, making it possible for you to go from renter to proud homeowner.
To help you save for a down payment, consider these tips from the American Bankers Association:
Develop a Budget and Timeline. Start by determining how much you'll need for a down payment....
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Homebuyer Tips: Moving During Uncertain Times
Our country faces challenges all the time. Whether it's a recession, natural disaster or, yes, even a global pandemic—no matter what's happening in the world, life still happens. Today, many families find themselves needing to move at a less than ideal time.
Moving is always stressful, but moving while trying to navigate certain restrictions and safety regulations can quickly become an overwhelming undertaking. While many may attempt to reschedule their moves to l...