Posts categorized under ‘Buying a home’

FREE Real Estate Advice: Is the condo on the FHA list?

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FREE Real Estate Advice: Thinking about buying a condo? Identify whether the building is FHA/VA approved before placing an offer.

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Why are energy efficient windows important?

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When deciding on a home to buy, always consider the window’s age, condition, and if they are energy efficient. Windows can give your home great appeal by providing daylight, heat, and ventilation.

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5 Easy Things To Do For a Mortgage

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So I had an office meeting a few days ago and I had Chris Jordan from First Home Mortgage attend as a guest speaker. He shared with us the 5 easy things homebuyers can do to make the mortgage process smooth and stress-free.

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DC Neighborhoods: American University Park Homes

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American University Park, otherwise known as AU Park, has a wide variety of home styles in the neighborhood which include colonial, victorian, rambler, contemporary, etc.

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State of the Market: Where have all of the DC homes gone?

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Over the past 8 months we have seen a declining trend of housing inventory in the Washington DC real estate market. According to the Real Estate Business Intelligence report, there has been a 22 percent drop in December 2011 compared to December 2010.

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Why do I have to pay property taxes?

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Property taxes are the most expensive part of purchasing a home, so it is important to understand what your tax obligations are going to be based on the location of your home.

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Is your Realtor a “Used Car Salesman?”

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DISCLAIMER: Some of my best friends are car salespersons. This post is no reflection on the automobile industry or the talented men and women who provide professional customer service when selling cars everyday.

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Termites: The Other White Meat

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Termites are a big issue when dealing with homeownership. Simply put, they eat houses and buildings! They cause over five billion dollars worth of damage every year for homeowners.

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Montgomery County HOC Purchase Assistance Program

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Many local jurisdictions offer assistance programs to promote homeownership to first-time homebuyers. One such program is the Montgomery County HOC purchase assistance program which was modified with new program features to allow more people to qualify.

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What are Mortgage Escrow Accounts?

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A common question from first-time homebuyers when purchasing their home is “What is a Mortgage Escrow Account?”

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