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What’s an “As Is” Offer and Is It Worth the Risk?
When you see a home listed for sale “as-is” what comes to mind? For many, it’s terms like fixer-upper, disrepair, and money pit. While the risk associated with an “as-is” sale makes these worrisome terms valid, you should also associate an “as-is” home with terms like bargain, opportunity, and investment.
How Can TikTok Help You in Your Home Search?
The pandemic kicked into full swing just as many Millennials (individuals ranging in age from 23-38) were preparing to enter into homeownership. Remote work and lockdowns left many people in front of a computer or phone more than ever before. It also triggered REALTORS® to adapt and begin showing properties online to meet the needs of buyers while adhering to social distancing guidelines.
Federal Reserve Press Release – April 2021
The Federal Reserve kept short-term rates where they are when its decision was released at the end of yesterday’s April Federal Open Market Committee meeting. Committee members will also continue the current level of spending on mortgage-backed securities (MBS). Both moves mean good things for mortgage rates.
The traditional look of first-time homebuyers is changing
In 2021, plenty of first-time homebuyers are individuals. Sometimes, it’s the only way to go. Young people want to be homeowners, but it’s such a competitive marketplace that they need to get creative and go a more non-traditional route to make it happen.
How to Prepare For a Home Inspection
Preparing for a home inspection, either as a seller or a buyer, may feel overwhelming. After all, a home inspection is intended to verify that the home you’re selling or buying doesn’t have any health, safety, or mechanical issues.
Material Shortages Causing Housing Problems
Spring is here, and with it comes home buying season. If you’re in real estate, it’s about to get really interesting. There are also some unique challenges you and your buyers might be confronting in the market now. Let’s get to what you need to know.
First-time homebuyers shifting from FHA to conventional loans
FHA mortgages have been the...
Harrisburg City Council incentive program for developers
Affordable housing has been a concern in Harrisburg proper for quite a while now. Discussions in City Hall about how to address the burgeoning problem have been taking place, seemingly ad nauseam.
Federal Reserve Press Release In Plain English – March 2021
The Federal Reserve kept things fairly status quo in their most recent statement at the conclusion of a 2-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee. Moreover, at least in terms of short-term rates, there are no plans to stray in the near future.
PHFA creates forgivable loan for down payments, closing costs
In an effort to expand affordable housing opportunities throughout the state, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) recently launched a loan to help with the purchase of a new home. But the catch with the new loan is that it is Forgivable In Ten years, thus the name it is known by – K-FIT (The K is short for Keystone).
What’s an “As Is” Offer and Is It Worth the Risk?
When you see a home listed for sale “as-is” what comes to mind? For many, it’s terms like fixer-upper, disrepair, and money pit. While the risk associated with an “as-is” sale makes these worrisome terms valid, you should also associate an “as-is” home with terms like bargain, opportunity, and investment.
How Can TikTok Help You in Your Home Search?
The pandemic kicked into full swing just as many Millennials (individuals ranging in age from 23-38) were preparing to enter into homeownership. Remote work and lockdowns left many people in front of a computer or phone more than ever before. It also triggered REALTORS® to adapt and begin showing properties online to meet the needs of buyers while adhering to social distancing guidelines.
Federal Reserve Press Release – April 2021
The Federal Reserve kept short-term rates where they are when its decision was released at the end of yesterday’s April Federal Open Market Committee meeting. Committee members will also continue the current level of spending on mortgage-backed securities (MBS). Both moves mean good things for mortgage rates.
The traditional look of first-time homebuyers is changing
In 2021, plenty of first-time homebuyers are individuals. Sometimes, it’s the only way to go. Young people want to be homeowners, but it’s such a competitive marketplace that they need to get creative and go a more non-traditional route to make it happen.
How to Prepare For a Home Inspection
Preparing for a home inspection, either as a seller or a buyer, may feel overwhelming. After all, a home inspection is intended to verify that the home you’re selling or buying doesn’t have any health, safety, or mechanical issues.
Material Shortages Causing Housing Problems
Spring is here, and with it comes home buying season. If you’re in real estate, it’s about to get really interesting. There are also some unique challenges you and your buyers might be confronting in the market now. Let’s get to what you need to know.
Harrisburg City Council incentive program for developers
Affordable housing has been a concern in Harrisburg proper for quite a while now. Discussions in City Hall about how to address the burgeoning problem have been taking place, seemingly ad nauseam.
Federal Reserve Press Release In Plain English – March 2021
The Federal Reserve kept things fairly status quo in their most recent statement at the conclusion of a 2-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee. Moreover, at least in terms of short-term rates, there are no plans to stray in the near future.
PHFA creates forgivable loan for down payments, closing costs
In an effort to expand affordable housing opportunities throughout the state, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) recently launched a loan to help with the purchase of a new home. But the catch with the new loan is that it is Forgivable In Ten years, thus the name it is known by – K-FIT (The K is short for Keystone).
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