There are some great programs for buying new homes in San Jose (and other areas as well) that are ending VERY soon. For many of the San Jose city programs, the buyer must have a ratified contract by 4/24/09. Yes, that is VERY soon. But, if you are interested in new construction in San Jose, [...]
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Most new home builders work in the same fashion and have the same steps from initial contract through closing. By knowing the steps and properly preparing for your purchase, you stand a good chance of getting a great home built. They sell you a “lot”, and you pick the floor plan and the options that [...]
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Buying a new home is exciting, but it can also be a little scary. When you are at the store buying a new pair of pants or a shirt you check it out to make sure there are no rips, tears, or stains. You also go to the dressing room to make sure it fits [...]
Once you make the decision to buy a home, there is a second obvious question to ask. Should you go with a new home or something already lived in?When it comes to buying a home, there are plenty of decisions to make. Certain styles are going to be more attractive to you than other ones. [...]
Filing bankruptcy is a stressful time in a person’s life. Along with discharging your debts and gaining a fresh start, you may wonder if you will be able to buy a home after a bankruptcy. The answer is yes! Mortgage companies and online lenders are now offering home loans for those who have a bankruptcy [...]
Buying a home is never an easy task, but knowing what you’re looking for (and what you’re not looking for) can make the home-buying experience a lot less stressful.Before you sit down to prioritize your wish list, we highly recommend looking for these 5 features in your new home. We realize some of the features [...]
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As soon as my husband and I signed the papers for our new home, we were given more unsolicited advice about moving than when we told people we were having a baby. There’s something about moving – either buying or selling a home – that brings out the superstition in people.My mom would not let [...]
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There are many questions to ask before buying that new home, some are more important or critical then others. Asking questions means fewer surprises after the purchase. Critical questions are.1. Does the home need any repairs?Knowing if anything major is broken before purchasing your new home will help you decide if you want to buy [...]
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According to Lawrence Yun, senior economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the 2007 market puts buyers of homes at an “overwhelming advantage”. However, the NAR is also predicting that 2008 sales will increase due to a slow down in new home construction that is helping to balance out the market place. For those [...]
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What Your Buyers Agent DoesFor those in the market for a new built home in Austin or anywhere in the country here are a few tips and things to keep in mind to not only protect yourself but also make the home buying process as smooth and enjoyable as possible.The first step is to hire [...]
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