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Months of searching, attending open houses, reading articles about if you should buy a home, picking a lender, and viewing available homes finally paid off. You’ve found the perfect property in a nice neighborhood for a fair price. You’re ready to make an offer. Then it happens: you get the dreaded call from your agent telling you there are multiple…
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While you might have a long list of things you appreciate about your new home, your lender may not agree. They don’t care if it has a pizza oven, jacuzzi tub, or patio that is perfect for outdoor gatherings. They do care if the home you are buying is worth what you’re paying. If there is ever a point where…
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Many buyers have questions when it comes to buying a home, but one of the most frequent we hear is: What does it cost? The Downpayment The amount of money you pay towards the home purchase upfront is the down payment. For example, if you are using a conventional loan and putting 5% down on a $400,000 property, your downpayment…
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Buying a home can be a little overwhelming – where do you even start? We’ve put together the five top things you should do before you start seeing homes for sale: 1. Get pre-approved for financing. We suggest going with a local, New Hampshire-based lender. If you are buying an investment property, this type of financing will work for 1-4…
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Whatever stage of life you’re buying your home at, it is a major milestone. For that reason, it is important to safeguard yourself so you know that you are getting a home and a mortgage that you can afford. Here are a few tips from mortgage and real estate pros to help prepare you for the biggest purchase of your…
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