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Buying A Home In Foreclosure

Buying A Home In Foreclosure

Foreclosure is a process that happens over many months. There are various opportunities to acquire real estate that is in a different stage of foreclosure, including before the foreclosure process completes. This short guide identifies the different stag

Jun 20, 2019 |

The Benefits Of Adding An In-Law Apartment To A Home

The Benefits Of Adding An In-Law Apartment To A Home

One renovation that may add value to a home is an in-law apartment. Even if a homeowner does not have any relatives, an in-law apartment makes wonderful guest accommodations. It is possible to rent it when unoccupied to earn some money. Homeowners who re

Jun 19, 2019 |

5 Tips for Buying an Investment Property in Utah

5 Tips for Buying an Investment Property in Utah

Adding real estate to your investment portfolio can be a great asset… if done correctly. Buying a property to flip or rent out has different mortgage requirements than a primary residence. There are always hidden costs that need to be anticipated a

Jun 19, 2019 | Purchasing a Home

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 17th, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 17th, 2019

Last week’s economic reports included readings on inflation, retail sales and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released. Consumer Price Index Lower in May as Retail Sales Hold Steady Last

Jun 18, 2019 |

Five Things to Do With a Windfall Other Than Spend it Right Away

Five Things to Do With a Windfall Other Than Spend it Right Away

Perhaps you have won the lottery, received an inheritance, or cashed in one of your investments, and now you have a large sum of money you don’t know what to do with. Although it is tempting to cruise around town in a brand new sports car it is im

Jun 15, 2019 |

How To Buy A Bargain Home As A Short Sale

How To Buy A Bargain Home As A Short Sale

A short sale is when the mortgage lender(s) agrees to sell the property for a lower amount than the loan-balance remaining. During the worst moments of the 2006 to 2008 real estate crisis, homes sold as short sales for a fraction of their value. Lenders

Jun 14, 2019 |