Let’s be realistic. There are no perfect homes and in a tight real estate market, it’s even more difficult to find the right home for your family. There is an option though to finance your dream home with a 203K loan. A 203K loan or renovation loan ...
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Getting the House You Want in Today’s Market
You’ve decided to buy a house! While buying a home always has its challenges, it can be more difficult in a seller’s market because inventory is low and competition is fierce. You’ll want to be prepared and ready to act when you do find the home you ...
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Do You Need Enhanced Title Insurance?
When you purchase a home in Pennsylvania, the lender of your mortgage requires you to purchase title insurance to protect their investment in the property. Title insurance is only optional if you pay cash in full for your home. Many home buyers ...
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5 Things You Need to Know About Financing an Investment Property
Mortgage rates are at all-time lows. You have extra cash for a down payment and think buying an investment property sounds like a great idea to generate passive income. But is it? If you are planning to buy an investment property, understand your ...
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PENNVEST Homeowner Septic Loan Program
The unanticipated costs to replace a septic system can be a financial burden on homeowners. If you need to repair or replace your existing sewage disposal system or connect an existing home for the first time to a public sewer system, there is a loan ...
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Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality Through a Veterans Affairs Loan
Buying a home is a major investment. For many veterans, retirees, and active duty personnel, Veterans Affairs (VA) loan programs make the dream of homeownership a reality.
A VA loan is a mortgage loan backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans ...
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First-Time Homebuyer Loans and Programs
Buying your first home is a big deal and may seem overwhelming especially for first-time homebuyers. If you are a first-time homebuyer and not sure if you can afford a house, there are programs that can help.
PA Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) offers ...
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How Much Does It Cost to Buy a Home?
The answer to this question can be quite varied and depends on a few factors including the type of financing, whether or not a seller’s assist is involved, and your preferences.
Down Payment
The financing—or type of mortgage—you choose ...
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Does a Mortgage Require a Home Inspection?
When making an offer on a home, I find it quite common that buyers feel they are 'required' by the mortgage 'lender' to have a home inspection. This is not true. I often get the question, "Don't I have to have a home inspection to get my mortgage?" I ...
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