Buying a home is a momentous event in any adult’s life. It is, in the case of many people, the biggest single purchase that they’re going to make in their lifetime. You’re going to want to make sure that this investment isn’t going to become a liability in the long run. And well, thanks to the Internet, it’s rather easy to avoid the pitfalls that many first-time house...
Buying Property
Buying a home has become more difficult since the global financial crisis and housing crash. Lenders have implemented more stringent procedures for people who are applying for a mortgage. However, ex service personnel have one advantage when it comes to purchasing a property. They can apply for a VA loan which allows them to secure funding without having any money to put down up front. Considering the...
The real estate market is highly competitive, with a considerable number of sellers posting their homes on various websites like Gumtree Real Estate. If you’re listing your house but buyers aren’t jumping at the chance to purchase it, it’s important to get to the bottom of why your house isn’t selling so you can modify your selling methods. There may also be a problem with the...
Nothing stings more than making a long-term investment that can sour as quickly as a bad real estate deal. Worse yet, many of the pitfalls of a housing bubble aren't on the shoulders of every homeowner yet it hurts homeowners equally. Awareness is your best defence and knowing when to buy or sell can make or break your bank account in the long run. Market awareness will save your investments The...
When you’re a foodie, it’s ideal to live close to the best restaurants. That is why if you’re a Montreal resident foodie, you ought to consider relocating to Rosemont. Pick one of the Mile-Ex condos and you’re all set. The wide variety of culinary delights available in Rosemont today offers a fascinating lifestyle for foodies regardless of preference. When you live in Rosemont,...
Buying property is an expensive undertaking, and even more so since the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) surcharge was introduced in 2016. First announced in the Chancellor’s 2015 Autumn Statement, the extra 3% tax applies to anyone purchasing additional residential properties worth more than £40K such as a holiday home or a buy-to-let property in the UK. Mobile homes, houseboats and caravans are...
I've always dreamed of being able to build my own Texas lake house. This could be a place where my wife and I can spend the rest of life; something I can eventually pass down to my children, to be kept in the family for future generations. It gives you the ability to design and plan every aspect that goes into building your house. You'll also be able to make it entirely customizable, high ceilings, large...
It’s no secret that many homebuyers are looking for green homes or homes that are eco-friendly. This comes as more and more people are beginning to realize the importance of sustainability. As far as the planet’s survival goes, people are looking to do their part in terms of reducing their carbon footprint. Moreover, a green lifestyle is also a healthy one, as eco-friendly solutions allow you...
Congratulations! You are finally moving into the lavish house you craved for all these years. That is what brought you here. Where to start the search of your dream house is the first question. The cost of land is exceedingly subject to the area and neighborhood that the plot of land, house, or apartment suite is arranged in. Add the importance of an architect to that, who remains the sole design expert...
House rehab is a very lucrative part of the process. However, it has its ups and downs when it comes to the financial aspect of the job. Now people may have different approaches to these but I still hold that having a budget on this is the most important approach. Get to have a budget and I will show you how in this ten little steps. 1. Evaluate the property This is necessary so as to know what you are...