Finance and Legal and other home improvements
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Owner financing: pros and cons of creative lending
In today's tight credit market, banks are often skittish about lending money to even the cream of the crop as it relates to those with top notch credit profiles. As you can imagine, those with less than stellar credit… More >>
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Sweat equity + fixer-upper = happy marriage?
Does a fixer-upper and sweat equity equal a marriage made in heaven or a disaster waiting to happen? Sweat equity is a concept often romanticized by newbies to the real estate market--both retail buyers and investors.… More >>
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Say 'no' to cosigning a mortgage
Today's volatile market means that lenders are even more weary than they may have been a few years ago. Consequently, many mortgage applicants, even those with good credit, find themselves needing a cosigner. A cosigner… More >>
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4 burdensome costs of owning a home
Owning a home is great, but the expenses related to the upkeep and maintenance can become a burden on your wallet. It's best to be prepared for the cost of homeownership and in most cases expect that the following expenses… More >>
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Home buyers: 5 questions for choosing real estate agents
Spring is upon us and you may be in the market for a new home as the spring house-hunting season gets underway. One of the first things you'll need to do is settle on a real estate agent if you don't have one already.… More >>
