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Buying Your First Home? Here’s Why You’ll Need to Ensure You Have a Proper Home Inspection

February 17, 2023 by Jim Potts

At the point where the buyer finds a home and decides to make an offer, the contract should be written contingent on an acceptable inspection. If serious issues are found, the buyer has the options of requesting certain items to be fixed, to be compensated for the costs of repair, for a lower purchase price or to cancel the contract.

Filed Under: Loan Tips Reno Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Home Inspections

Is It Worth It to Put More Than 20 Percent Down?

February 1, 2023 by Jim Potts

Are you thinking of buying a new home this spring or summer? If so, you're not alone. Many thousands of individuals and families alike will become homeowners this year. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned veteran of the housing market, you probably know there are significant choices to make. One of the big decisions you will have to ponder is how much you want to invest in your down payment.

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Buying a Home in a Fire Risk Area: Here’s What You Need to Know

December 9, 2022 by Jim Potts

Outside of the significant financial responsibility of delving into home ownership, there can also be a lot of other risks involved that you may not have thought about as a new homeowner. While the requirement of homeowner's insurance is well known and guarding your house against theft can be commonplace, if you happen to be living in an area that's at high risk of fire, here are some things to consider beforehand.

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Downsizing? Here’s What You Can Expect When You Move From a House to a Condo

November 2, 2022 by Jim Potts

Whether the kids have moved out or you just aren't using the extra bedrooms, having a house that feels 'too big' is rarely fun. In today's post, we will share a few changes you can expect when you downsize from a large house to a smaller apartment or condo.

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3 Reasons Why Your First Home Should Be a Spacious One

November 1, 2022 by Jim Potts

Buying a home for the first time? One of the key considerations you'll need to make is just how much 'house' you want to buy. While going minimal might seem like a good idea to save on costs, having a smaller living space can end up cramping your lifestyle in many ways. Let's take a look at three great reasons why your first home should be roomy, spacious and luxurious.

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Ready to Buy Your First Home? Don’t Forget to Check Your Credit Score – Here’s Why

September 20, 2022 by Jim Potts

If you are planning on engaging with a mortgage lender, you'll need to have your finances in order. In today's post, we'll share a few key reasons why you'll want to check your credit score well in advance of buying your first home.

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Expecting Children: How to Quickly Move into a Larger Home Before a Baby Arrives

August 24, 2022 by Jim Potts

Life moves pretty fast sometimes and many couples find themselves expecting children before they have begun to look for the next home. This shouldn't be a problem, as moving into a larger home before the baby arrives can be a lot easier than it appears.

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3 Key Reasons Why Buying Your First Home Is Like Planning a Wedding

July 21, 2022 by Jim Potts

You may not see the connection right away, but buying a home and planning a wedding are two experiences that require certain skills and challenge you in similar ways. Check out the three key similarities in this post.

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