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- convenience for all family members
- proximity to work, school
- crime rate of neighborhood
- local transportation
- types of homes in neighborhood, for example condos, town homes, co-ops, newly constructed homes etc.
The Mechanics’ Lien law provides special protection to contractors, subcontractors, laborers and suppliers who furnish labor or materials to repair, remodel or build your home. If any of these people are not paid for the services or materials they have provided, your home may be subject to a mechanics’ lien and eventual sale in a…
Years ago, credit scoring had little to do with mortgage lending. When reviewing the credit worthiness of a borrower, an underwriter would make a subjective decision based on past payment history. Then things changed. Lenders studied the relationship between credit scores and mortgage delinquencies. There was a definite relationship. Almost half of those borrowers with…
Owning a luxury home is a dream that many people aspire to achieve. However, luxury homes are not just about having a large living space and expensive finishes. To truly create a luxurious living experience, it is essential to focus on the finer details and features that can enhance your lifestyle. In this blog post,…
When buying a home, it is not enough to just come up with the money. With the exception of no asset verification loans, lenders want to verify where the money for your new home will be coming from. If you can document that the funds are coming from your personal savings, the lender is more…
Building your own home is a bold move, but building a home based on your own custom design is a job that requires a builder who will go above and beyond. If you have a piece of land in mind and are sure it would be perfect for your future dream home, no doubt you are…
The decision to build a new home is a great one and your custom home builder will be there with you to make it a success. However, there are things that you can do before the actual planning process begins to ensure that your home is everything that you hoped that it would be and…