When it comes to selling a vacation home, owners need to consider how the government will process the sale before they start taking offers. Some sellers will choose alternate paths based on everything from their individual capital gain rate to the overall depreciation rate of the home. And though the mortgage requirements for buying a […]
Getting a Mortgage to Buy a Vacation Home
Many homeowners have familiarity with the mortgage process, including applying for an FHA loan, because they used it to buy their current homes. However, buying a vacation house is different. Property purchases that will not function as a primary residence often have unique mortgage requirements. This is especially true if the buyer still has a […]
What To Look For When Looking For Roof Damage
Roofs can be damaged naturally in many ways. Learn more about four different forms of roof damage.
What Is PMI? A Guide for Home Buyers
Home buyers must budget for a variety of expenses when they’re buying a home, unlike renting. In addition to the mortgage payment, some homeowners must also budget for PMI. This monthly expense is wrapped up into the mortgage payment and can increase the amount due by hundreds of dollars monthly. If you’re a home buyer […]
Energy Efficient Upgrades Worth the Money
Homeowners of older and new construction homes can take advantage of this trend and see a high ROI. Learn which energy efficient upgrades are worthwhile today.