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WHY NEW HOME IS COST VARIES WHEN COMPARING THE SQUARE FOOTAGE
It's exciting to build a home. You will finally be able live in the house of your dreams, with all the features and comforts you desire. Now you're ready to start getting bids. That's when you run into an unexpected, seemingly-unexplainable puzzle: The cost-per-square-foot conundrum. This is why it's so mysterious. It's simply the fact that it doesn't make sense to compare the cost of building two new homes based on square footage. A 1800-square-foot house might cost $100 per square foot. However, a house of the same size could cost between 10-20% more or less per square foot. Although they look identical, why is their final cost so different? It is possible to break down the answer into three parts. The first is the question of square footage. The second concern is that of materials. The last consideration is buyer personality and needs. SQUARE FOOTAGE - NOT ALL SQUARE [...]
7 STEPS YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE BUYING A HOME
G. M. Filisko, an attorney and award-winning author, is a lawyer. She is a frequent contributor to publications such as Bankrate, REALTOR Magazine and American Bar Association Journal. Her specialties include real estate, personal finances, and legal topics. Do your research before you buy. This will make you feel happier about your new home. Many potential home buyers feel a little intimidated by the prospect of having to sign a large mortgage they will be paying for the rest of their lives. It's best to feel confident that you are purchasing the best home possible at the best price and with the best financing. These seven steps will guide you in making smart purchases about your largest purchase. 1. DECIDE HOW MUCH HOME PERSONAL YOU CAN AFFORD A home that costs two to three times your income is usually affordable. You should consider all costs that homeowners must pay, including [...]
SEARCHING FOR THE GREAT RATE: HOW DO YOU FIND THE BEST MORTGAGE RATES?
There are many factors that go into mortgages. This is especially true for first-time homebuyers. The wrong choice can lead to thousands of dollars in interest payments and negatively affect your financial future. There are many factors to take into consideration when looking for the best mortgage rate. This article will explain how to find the best mortgage rate. You can feel confident that you have made the right choice. TIPS TO FIND THE BEST MORTGAGES RATE Are you unfamiliar with the different types of home loans or what to look for in a mortgage interest rate? These are the top tips and best practices to help you choose the right one and build your dream home. CONSIDER MORTAGE TYPES There are two types of mortgages that you need to be aware of: adjustable and fixed rate. Fixed-rate mortgages lock in a fixed interest rate for the life of the [...]
HERE ARE 7 TIPS FOR A GOOD PROFITABLE HOME CLOSING
G. M. Filisko, an attorney and award-winning author, is a lawyer. She is a frequent contributor to publications such as Bankrate, REALTOR Magazine and American Bar Association Journal. Her specialties include real estate, personal finances, and legal topics. You should ensure that you walk away with all of the proceeds from the sale. You may feel like you are done when you close on your home and can move into your new place. But not so fast. It is easy to lose a few bucks here, and mistakes can creep into closing documents there. All of this adds up to a lot of lost profits. These seven tips will help you spot money-losing issues. 1. TAKE SERVICES OUTSIDE OF YOUR NAME Avoid any disputes with buyers following closing about fees or cable service that you have not discontinued. Get in touch with every utility or service provider to terminate or [...]
KEEP YOUR HOME AVAILABLE FOR SALE
Once you have found a buyer, all that is required to close the deal is to avoid these five traps. Finding a buyer is only the first step in the home-selling process. Be careful in the coming weeks, as if you make any of these common selling mistakes, your deal might not close. First Mistake: Ignore contingencies Do what your contract calls for. You shouldn't make the sale conditional on repairs. Buyers won't notice if you do cheap fixes. Second Mistake: Don't bother fixing things that break A seller doesn't want buyers to notice that the home isn’t in the same state it was when they offered. Sellers must repair any damage to a house that is about to be bought. The furnace should be repaired by a qualified professional. If you fail to maintain your home, buyers will lose faith in your integrity and home's condition and may decide [...]
