Buying a home involves more out-of-pocket than just the down payment. There are also closing costs to pay for items such as title policies, recording fees, inspections, courier charges, reserves to set up an impound account and fees that a lender charges.
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You can tell a lot about a neighborhood by driving through it. Manicured lawns and well-kept homes indicate pride of ownership. Junk cars parked on overgrown lawns and overturned mattresses at the curb are signs of decay. However, if you rely on these ind
Continue reading >>Picking the right real estate agent is as important as picking the right house; but do you know what questions you should be asking them? Idaho Falls Realtor® Juan Murdoch lists the top 10 questions you should pose to potential candidates for your
Continue reading >>The decision of a lender to offer you financing when you apply for a mortgage is based on a variety of factors that are used to evaluate your likelihood to repay the loan. While your credit score, income, assets and job history are all elements of your cr
Continue reading >>When involved in the sale of a home, it’s crucial for the buyer and seller to understand the details of the real estate contract before it’s signed and, in particular, to recognize the points at which the contract can be cancelled without penalty.
Continue reading >>If you are considering buying a beach house as an investment, a holiday getaway or a year-round residence, you will have advantages and disadvantages to consider that aren’t factors when buying a land-locked house.
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