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Read more about the article VA Loans: Making a Home for the Brave Possible

VA Loans: Making a Home for the Brave Possible

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:July 5, 2018
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS

Since the creation of the Veterans Affairs (VA) Home Loans Program, over 22 million veterans have achieved the American Dream of homeownership. Many veterans do not know the details of…

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Read more about the article You DO NOT Need 20% Down to Buy Your Home NOW!

You DO NOT Need 20% Down to Buy Your Home NOW!

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:June 26, 2018
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS

The Aspiring Home Buyers Profile from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found that the American public is still somewhat confused about what is required to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s…

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Read more about the article 3 Issues Facing Today’s Real Estate Market

3 Issues Facing Today’s Real Estate Market

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:June 26, 2018
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS/HOME SELLING TIPS/REAL ESTATE NEWS

Last week, the National Association of Real Estate Editors (NAREE) held their 52nd Annual Journalism Conference in Las Vegas, NV. Among the many highly anticipated sessions was one called “Top…

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Read more about the article Top 5 Reasons You Shouldn’t FSBO

Top 5 Reasons You Shouldn’t FSBO

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:June 19, 2018
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS/HOME SELLING TIPS/REAL ESTATE NEWS

In today’s market, with home prices rising and a lack of inventory, some homeowners may consider trying to sell their home on their own, known in the industry as a For…

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Read more about the article 4 Steps to Follow When Presenting an Offer in Today’s Market!

4 Steps to Follow When Presenting an Offer in Today’s Market!

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:June 13, 2018
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS/REAL ESTATE NEWS

  So, you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call a ‘home,’ and you’ve finally found it! The price is right, and in such a competitive market, you want…

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Read more about the article HOME BUYER TIPS

HOME BUYER TIPS

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:June 12, 2018
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Read more about the article FHA RAISES THE 2018 LOAN LIMITS

FHA RAISES THE 2018 LOAN LIMITS

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:December 12, 2017
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS/REAL ESTATE NEWS

FHA has announced that they are raising the loan limits in 2018.  This is great news for home buyers who have been faced with higher home prices in recent years…

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Read more about the article Before Shopping for a New Home, Start Here

Before Shopping for a New Home, Start Here

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:December 11, 2017
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS

Why Getting Pre-Approved Should Be Your First Step In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the number of homes for sale.…

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PAY OFF A 30 YEAR MORTGAGE FAST AND EASY – SEE HOW

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:July 29, 2014
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS

Watch my short video on how to quickly pay off a 30-year mortgage. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3J9soKu24k

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Coffee & Real Estate?? Who Would Have Thought of This?

  • Post author:Cara Bendeck
  • Post published:July 23, 2013
  • Post category:BLOG/HOME BUYING TIPS

Looking for your next home and wonder where to look?  According to Michael Corbett, a real estate expert, watch for two things:  reduced crime and new businesses coming in to…

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