By Mortgage Foxes | Closing , Mortgage
Buying a house can be an intimidating and overwhelming experience. Here are some key questions to ask yourself and sellers before plopping down a down payment. Following is a list of general questions you should always ask when considering making a real estate purchase. Keep in mind, however, you are unique. You have particular dislikes […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Mortgage
There are times when it is better for a person to rent, but most often home ownership has many more benefits and advantages. About 10 year ago a had a retired aunt and uncle who rented a condo in Las Vegas. Uncle Jim (not his real name, but that’s what I’ll call him) was a […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Closing , Loan , Mortgage
While “green” has become quite the buzzword when it comes to home building and design, what exactly it means isn’t always clear. There are a few standards for eco-friendly homes, but the term “green” doesn’t have a universal definition beyond being a color made by mixing yellow and blue. So how does a consumer know […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Closing , Loan , Mortgage
The notion of a final walk-throughîseems to confuse both buyers and sellers of homes. Here is an explanation of a walk-through. Walk-Throughs What is a walk-through? What is its purpose? Is it important or just a formality? Can it be used to re-negotiate the terms of the contract at the last minute? Let’s look. Typically […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Loan , Mortgage
While every homebuyer is different, there are some common themes among those that are looking for a new home. Every buyer wants a quality home that they will be proud to live in and won’t fall apart within months or even years. Most homebuyers are focusing not only on quantity in the way of square […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Loan , Mortgage
Title to a property is a record detailing the owners of the property and rights associated with the ownership. Title typically shows a progression of ownership from the first owner to the current one. Title is a fairly simple concept, but when it goes wrong it is a nightmare. That is where title insurance comes […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Loan , Mortgage
The evolution of a home into a dream home is one that can happen much quicker and easier than many people think. With a fairly minor expenditure the average home can easily become much more than simply a house. The evolution of a home into a dream home is one that can happen much quicker […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Broker , Mortgage , Pre-Qualify
For a first time home buyer, the process can get quite overwhelming, giving you the feeling that the financial decisions are rapidly spinning out of control. When it comes to real estate, most people donít have a lot of experience or know a lot about it. In all actuality, buying a home is actually a […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Broker , Mortgage , Pre-Qualify
In the last few years, homes have became increasingly owned by single homeowners. Many single people are realizing that there are many benefits to owning a home that aren’t just for married couples. Single homebuyers face unique challenges in buying. They have to compete with dual-income households, which can be tough when the market is […]
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By Mortgage Foxes | Mortgage , Pre-Qualify
Negotiations in real-estate deals is all about compromising and agreeing in order to close a transaction. When negotiating, the negotiator should know the needs of the client. Legal knowledge is important, since the negotiator should be able to identify the legal processes that could be done to achieve the client’s needs. Negotiators are usually real-estate […]
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