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Mariezel Alejandro-Escribano
The Golden Group Realty
Contingencies in Real Estate: a Valuable Guide
19 February, 2024| Education, Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance
Contingencies in real estate are specific clauses that require adherence from prospective buyers and property sellers. A property sales contract can only proceed if a contingent offer remains fulfille... read more
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Full Circle Texas
7 Ways to Compete in a Sellers Market
19 February, 2024| Home Buying, Home Values & Recent Sales, Mortgage...
Buying a home is a team sport, and that’s especially true when buyers are facing the kinds of affordability challenges they are now. Volatile interest rates and tough competition for a limited s... read more
Diana Walton
REALM Real Estate Professionals - West Houston
Mortgage Rates for Monday, February 19, 2024, in...
19 February, 2024| Home Selling, Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance
Good morning and a very happy Monday to you. For today, Monday, February 19, 2024, the national average: 30-year fixed mortgage rate trends is 7.31% 30-year fixed FHA loan rate is   &... read more
Jill Navarrete
MOD Realty, LLC
9 Easy Mistakes Homeowners Make on Their Taxes
19 February, 2024| Property Taxes, Education, Mortgage & Finance
Don't rouse the IRS or pay more taxes than necessary -- know the score on each home tax deduction and credit. As you calculate your tax returns, be careful not to commit any of these nine home-related... read more
Mariezel Alejandro-Escribano
The Golden Group Realty
Financing Contingency: A Buyer's Safety Net
18 February, 2024| Education, Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance
The complex home buying process involves an important step to protect buyers - the financing contingency. It gives the buyer an escape route if they encounter challenges securing a suitable mortgage.T... read more
William Onye
NB Elite Realty
Just Listed in Cleveland: 151 A J Meekins Rd, Clev...
18 February, 2024| Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance, Country Homes / A...
Just Listed$349,9003 Beds2 Full Bath 1,497Bldg Sqft.73,616 Lot Sqft.Single-FamilyClick here to view the listingEnjoy the country lifestyle without compromising convenience on 1.70 acre lot. This allur... read more
Crystal Nichol
Keller Williams Houston Central
Real Estate Financial Advisor Role In Budget Analy...
16 February, 2024| Mortgage & Finance
In the world of real estate, the role of a real estate financial advisor is nothing short of a guiding light. As you embark on your homeownership journey, understanding how these experts navigate real... read more
Diana Walton
REALM Real Estate Professionals - West Houston
Mortgage Rates for Friday, February 16, 2024, in...
16 February, 2024| Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance, Home Selling
Good morning and a very happy Friday to you. For today, Friday, February 16, 2024, the national average: 30-year fixed mortgage rate trends is 7.24% 30-year fixed FHA loan rate is   &... read more
Mariezel Alejandro-Escribano
The Golden Group Realty
Unlock The Secret To Your Home Buying Budgeting
16 February, 2024| Education, Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance
Embarking on the adventure of homebuying can be challenging and perhaps the most significant investment in your life. To ensure your journey is marked by financial confidence and unwavering certainty,... read more
Mariezel Alejandro-Escribano
The Golden Group Realty
4 Reasons Real Estate Agents Want You Pre-Approved
15 February, 2024| Education, Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance
The guidance and expertise of a real estate agent play a significant role in facilitating a successful homebuying experience. A real estate agent's insistence on having potential buyers pre-approved f... read more
Teresa Sartin
Keller Williams Realty The Woodlands
Debunking Common Misconceptions About Home Interes...
15 February, 2024| Education, Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance
When it comes to purchasing a home, understanding interest rates is crucial. For many prospective homeowners, interest rates can seem like a labyrinth of complex jargon and hidden fees. Un... read more
Vanda Crossley
eXp Realty LLC
How Capital Gains Tax Impacts Real Estate Investor...
15 February, 2024| Property Taxes, Home Selling, Mortgage & Finance
Capital gains tax is a tax imposed on the profit realized from the sale of an asset, such as stocks, real estate, or investments. It is typically calculated based on the difference between the purchas... read more
Diana Walton
REALM Real Estate Professionals - West Houston
Mortgage Rates for Thursday, February 15, 2024, i...
15 February, 2024| Home Buying, Home Selling, Mortgage & Finance
Good morning. For today, Thursday, February 15, 2024, the national average: 30-year fixed mortgage rate trends is 7.29% 30-year fixed FHA loan rate is        ... read more
Vanda Crossley
eXp Realty LLC
Should you Go Forward With a Reverse Mortgage?
14 February, 2024| Mortgage & Finance, Home Selling, Active Adults (A...
Big lenders in the reverse mortgage business — Wells Fargo this month and Bank of America earlier this year  have pulled out of the market and won’t issue any new reverse mortgages. B... read more
Diana Walton
REALM Real Estate Professionals - West Houston
Mortgage Rates for Wednesday, February 14, 2024,...
14 February, 2024| Home Buying, Home Selling, Mortgage & Finance
Good morning. A very sunny and happy V day to you. For today, Wednesday, February 14, 2024, the national average: 30-year fixed mortgage rate trends is 7.25% 30-year fixed FHA loan rate is &nbs... read more
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