We take a look at the difference between a home inspection and an appraisal, clearing up some common misunderstandings about these two important stages in the buying process
Difference Between a Home Inspection vs Home Appraisal
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VA Streamline Refinance
The VA home loan is one of the best ways for a qualifying veteran, service member, or surviving spouse of a service member to purchase a home. The fact that they can buy a home without a down payment is great alone, but when you combine the other benefits such as low-interest rates and no […]
The Devil Is in the Details: Follow These Steps for an FHA Cash Gift Down Payment
While the cash gift is not only allowed but encouraged by the Federal Housing Administration, there are rules to how the money can change hands and how it is all documented. If the steps are not followed it is very likely that the home loan will be rejected.
Northbrook
Along the shore of Lake Michigan, and north of Chicago, lies the town of Northbrook. The town receives its name from the Chicago River’s Northern branch that cuts through the town. Northbrook is a part of the wealthier suburbs of Chicago that are collectively called North Shore. Population and Number of Homes The most recent […]
2024 Minnesota FHA Loan Limits
If the idea of buying a property with only 3.5 percent for a down payment is appealing, an FHA loan could be for you. But before you buy your Minnesota property using an FHA home loan, there are a few things you need to know as a homebuyer. You can take advantage of a 3.5% […]
Pros and Cons of a Homeowner’s Association
Dive into some of the advantages and disadvantages of a homeowner association and give you information to help you make a good decision for your next home purchase.
Minneapolis
Along with St. Paul, Minneapolis is collectively called the Twin Cities. The metro area of the Twin Cities ranks at number 14 in terms of the overall population. Ranked as the most populous city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is also the county seat of Hennepin County. Population and Number of Homes According to a census from […]
Burnsville
A short drive to the south of Minneapolis is the city of Burnsville situated in Dakota County. Lying on the banks of the Minnesota River, Burnsville is a suburb of the twin cities Minneapolis & St Paul. Population and Number of Homes The census of 2010 lists the population of Burnsville as slightly more than […]
Edina
In Hennepin County is a town known as Edina, Minnesota. This former milling and farming area has developed into a suburb in the southwest area of Minneapolis. Population and Number of Homes The 2010 census shows that the total population for Edina is just over 49,000 people. With 22,000+ housing units, the population density is […]
What to Look for When Viewing a House for the First Time
What to look for when viewing a house for the first time is more about the inner workings of the home. You want to make sure that all the moving parts that make a home comfortable are working correctly and do not anticipate any major repair in the near future.
