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Sticky Wickets When Purchasing a Property with a Government-Backed Loan

FHA, VA and USDA Property Guidelines

Government-backed home loans, such as FHA, VA and USDA, are great options for eligible buyers. These loans offer low rates, low down payment options and can make it a bit easier for first-time buyers or buyers with credit issues. All that said, the rules on property condition can get tricky. Because these loans offer low […]

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The Consequences of Deferred Maintenance

When it comes to property, it pays to keep up with fixes

Deferred maintenance is the exercise of postponing repairs and regular maintenance on real property or personal property in order to save costs. More often than not, failing to perform necessary, preventative services or repairs will result in asset deterioration and will ultimately have a big impact on the value of a home and its ability […]

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Rising Interest Rates and Values

Do rates really affect your property values?

Do the rising interest rates have an effect on the market value of your property? The short answer is yes. Over the last decade, home buyers have experienced incredibly low interest rates, aimed at stimulating economic stabilization and encouraging the absorption of the massive amount of real estate inventory that resulted from the Great Recession. […]

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