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REFINANCING 101
Monday, July 18th, 2011 at 11:19pm. 266 Views, 0 Comments.
Many homeowners have heard the term refinancing, but not all thoroughly understand what it means, or when it is appropriate. Refinancing your home is when you pay off an old loan, and take out a new one. Refinancing is a sensible decision when you can take out a new mortgage with a lower interest rate.
What do you need?
There are a handful of things that are generally required to refinance your home. These include a steady income, home equity, and a good credit rating. Refinancing is essentially applying for a mortgage all over again, so be prepared for any accompanying costs and be sure you can afford them.
When is a good time?
Refinance your home when mortgage interest rates are low. Refinancing is only sensible if you can get a new loan that is…
OPTIMIZE YOUR HOME'S BEST FEATURES TO SELL FASTER
Thursday, May 12th, 2011 at 7:59pm. 483 Views, 0 Comments.
Every showing matters! Every showing is a potential buyer! If you're selling your home, there are certain focal points that can give your property the selling edge it needs to draw in buyers, ensuring a faster sale and a higher selling price. However, there is no need to build a pricey addition or completely gut your existing property. By evaluating your home's top selling points, you can add modern touches to these features to create a new, fresh feel without doing major renovations.
Point 1: Glam up your bath and kitchen. Does your house have a large kitchen or multiple baths? Nice baths and kitchens are attractive qualities in a house, and you can make yours look luxurious without going overboard. If you can't afford double sinks, a whirlpool tub…
SPRING RENOVATIONS YOU CAN'T AFFORD NOT TO MAKE
Friday, May 6th, 2011 at 10:18pm. 364 Views, 0 Comments.
Spring is widely known as the busiest real estate season for both buyers and sellers, as the weather brightens and more houses pop up on the market. Spring is also the ideal time for any last minute renovations that could increase your home’s value. In this market, buyers are pickier than ever, so embarking on a few renovation projects before putting your house up for sale will speed up its selling process and allow you to ask for a higher price. The following renovations are ideal for spring-time completion and are likely to give your property a competitive edge.
The average home loses 30 percent of its energy through its windows. Installing energy efficient windows is a great way to improve your home’s value, because they lower your energy bills,…
WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU START HOUSE HUNTING
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 at 8:32pm. 575 Views, 0 Comments.
Now is a great time to consider buying a home. Whether you’re relocating, purchasing a vacation house or looking to become a homeowner for the first time, there are certain things you need to do before you even begin to look for a new home. Doing your homework before plunging into the house hunt can save you valuable time and energy.
Before you begin looking at homes, determine what you can afford to spend. This may seem obvious, but it’s a step that can lead to disaster if overlooked, causing you to waste time with homes you can’t afford, or sparking arguments with family members about what your budget looks like. Before you begin looking, sit down with all parties involved and set a realistic price range, including the amount of money you can afford to…
IS DOWNSIZING THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOU?
Wednesday, December 8th, 2010 at 8:32pm. 376 Views, 0 Comments.
Many things in life happen unexpectedly. Whether you are an adult with an empty nest, recently unemployed, going through a divorce, or even just tired of caring and maintaining for a larger home, it may be time to start the downsizing process. For most homeowners, downsizing may be the opposite of what they've worked for their entire lives. For others, a smaller home is a thrilling idea due to the decrease in work and bills, and the option of moving to a completely different area.
By deciding to purchase a smaller home or condo, you are potentially saving a substantial amount of time and money that could all be put towards things like entertainment, culture and nightlife. Even though a lower-maintenance lifestyle may be just the right thing for you,…
JUNE'S STATS MAY INDICATE MARKET HAS HIT BOTTOM & IS HEADED UP
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010 at 11:06pm. 375 Views, 0 Comments.
Home sales in Boulder continued their upward trend in June, giving hope that perhaps the real estate market has finally hit bottom and is headed in the opposite direction.
"Sales held up very well in June, probably continuing with the impact of the homeowner tax credit for first-time and move-up buyers," observes Ken Hotard, senior vice president of public affairs for the Boulder Area Realtor Association.
Until Congress recently extended the deadline for closing on a home purchase to the end of September, buyers had to close by the end of June to qualify for the tax credit. Boulder County saw 370 single-family homes and 131 townhomes and condos close in June, compared with 357 and 147, respectively, in June 2009. From June 1, 2009, through May 31,…
REMODELING PROJECTS THAT WILL INCREASE YOUR HOME'S VALUE
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010 at 11:10pm. 448 Views, 0 Comments.
Whether you are thinking about putting your home on the market or you are concerned about increasing your home's equity in a time of depreciating house values, knowing which remodeling projects yield the best return on investment, is critical.
Not all home remodeling projects are equal in terms of ROI. In today’s economy it's important that homeowners understand the value a particular home renovation will - or won't - add to their home.
Check in with your local real estate professional or research websites such as the National Association of Home Builders to determine the potential return on a remodeling project. Following, are the top 10 renovations in terms of increasing your home's value:
- A Home Office Remodel
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