The purchase and sale contract is signed, but now you are nervous about the appraisal for the FHA loan. It helps to know what is on the FHA appraisal checklist (and what is not ) so you know what to expect.

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Research has found that in August of this year, more than 50 % of home buyers said they were first-time purchasers. This compares to 2015’s figures of about 35% of home buyers identified themselves as first-time buyers. They are shopping for their dream homes, but not without challenges.

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Once you make the decision that you are ready to sell or buy a home, ask yourself this question: “What details should you reveal about yourself and your house in order to realize your goal?”

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There are many considerations and questions to be answered if you are contemplating building a new custom home. It can be an overwhelming process with the many choices, deadlines and decisions that you will need to make. These choices and deadlines can get in the way of you enjoying the experience of selecting and personalizing your dream home.

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You probably have watched successful house flippers on television and wondered if you could do it too? We have all fallen victim to thinking we may have more skills than we actually do. Pinterest has convinced many that DIY and house flipping is not for the faint of heart.  How do you know if you got what it takes to flip a house?

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REALTORS know, some buyers may never be happy with their options. In a sellers’ market, being a perpetually unhappy buyer could mean you might not find exactly what you are looking for. While you want to make smart choices, and not “settle” for just any house, you also don’t want to be uncompromising in your search.

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If you suffer with anxiety, you already know that everyday stress could serve as a trigger to heighten your senses and nerves. If daily occurrences increase your anxiety, you're probably wondering how will you ever manage to buy a home?

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Buying your first home is exciting and it is easy to become focused on the surface details. While those things matter, there are important things you must remember to factor into your buying decision.

Here is a checklist of important, and sometimes less obvious, things to do before you decide to buy:

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Today’s real estate market is thriving, but it offers its share of challenges. Buyers have more competition out there vying for the same properties they are interested in. A limited inventory of homes means that when buyers find the perfect home, they need to act fast and place an offer. Hesitation or placing an offer that doesn’t capture the seller’s attention may cost you that home.

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With limited home inventory on the market today, some homebuyers are deciding it may be best to build their new home. Perhaps you are one of them, but you’re wondering how long will it take to build. The answer is not the same for every buyer and varies depending on a few factors.

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