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NeighborhoodLIFT-home buying downpayment assistance program
Fri, 09/07/2012 - 10:00am - Sat, 09/08/2012 - 7:00pm The NeighborhoodLIFTSM program invests in the future by supporting sustainable homeownership and neighborhood stability.1 A collaborative effort...
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How to buy a condo, co-op or townhome
janetcontursiPeople of all ages are attracted to condos, co-ops and townhomes—shared-ownership housing—because of the many benefits they offer, from low-maintenance to an extra sense of security. In...
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Buying a home in a buyer’s market
janetcontursiIf you’ve been reading the newspapers or listening to TV news, you’ve heard the songs of woe regarding today’s real estate market. But those songs of woe are mostly for sellers.Buyers are...
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It takes a team to buy a home
janetcontursiAre you aware of how many professionals it will take to help you find, finance and close on your new home? It actually takes a whole team of experts. Let’s look at who they are.1. Realtor:...
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Buying short sales: The good, the bad and the ugly
janetcontursiForeclosures used to be every buyer’s nightmare—until short sales came along. A short sale occurs when the amount of the homeowner’s mortgage is higher than the home’s market value. So, if...
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Don’t overlook that home inspection
janetcontursiWhether you’re purchasing a new or used property, it’s a good idea to have a professional inspection and to make your offer contingent on the inspection. Then, if the inspector finds too...
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How to search for a home in today’s market
janetcontursiEven in today's buyer's market, searching for a home can be a challenge. With so many short sales and foreclosures on the market, there are both pitfalls and opportunities behind every...
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How to make the right offer on a home
janetcontursiOnce you’ve found the home you wish to purchase, you’ll need to determine what you are willing to offer. There are several basic negotiating strategies: • You can make an offer...
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The “ten commandments” of home loans
janetcontursiSo, you’ve been pre-approved, you found the home of your dreams, and you’re just waiting for the final underwriting and closing. It’s all good, so what could possibly go wrong?Many...
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