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3 Reasons Millennial Buyers Love VA Loans

Millennial veterans and military members are helping fuel the resurgence of the historic VA loan program. Last year’s 700,000-plus loans were more than double the agency’s total from five years ago. Younger buyers in particular have flocked to these government-backed mortgages during a time of tight credit and flatlining wage growth. The VA says millennials accounted for about a third of all VA loans last year. These low-interest loans offer qualified buyers a wealth of benefits. That’s especially true for millennial borrowers, who often have dented credit or minimal savings. This $0 down payment loan program was created to help

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Sellers

Advice On Selling A House

Maybe you’ve read lots of advice on selling a house. But do you know the biggest mistake many people make when selling a house? Not understanding real estate value. You see, it doesn’t matter what you think your home is worth. It doesn’t matter what you did to make in nicer for your family. The value of your home is determined by buyers. What you enjoyed about your house may be irrelevant when it’s time to sell. Think in terms of what buyers want, and use some of the following advice on selling a house. 1. Know the market. What

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Market News

A Positive Outlook for Real Estate

There is one word to describe the current housing market: optimistic. Despite months of hearing about a housing bubble and rising mortgage rates, the outlook for real estate is good. The worries of a bursting real estate bubble actually seem to be low among homeowners. In a national survey conducted by ING Direct, most individuals experienced some growth in their home value in the past 12 months. The average increase was approximately 6%, with owners in New England and Pacific states having the largest growth. The values of homes in south central states remained about the same. Most homeowners do

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Market News

A New Resident’s Guide to Living in Florida

If you’re new to Florida, then you’ve probably already realized how diverse culture is in the Sunshine State. The cost of living, schools, and people will vary from the Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama connections of life in the Panhandle, to Latino influences in the most southern tip. The good news about getting adjusted to life in Florida is that you’re not alone. Most of the people who live there have relocated from another state; therefore, you are surrounded by millions who know exactly what it feels like to be a newbie. Besides contacting the Chamber of Commerce in whichever community

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Buyers

The Benefits of Having a Realtor

Sure, you know what kind of equity you put into your own home, but how much did that other house down the street sell for? What kind of pricing is affecting the homes around you currently? Do you know how to reach out to prospective home buyers? All you have to do is look around your town or city to see WHY you need to have a realtor. Properties are being bought and sold everyday with the benefit of market research and planning. Often times these two elements are outside the scope of a person who wishes to sell their

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Buyers

The REALTOR® Advantage

Many home buyers and sellers use the term “REALTOR®” to describe all real estate agents, but there is a big difference. REALTORS® have more training and accreditation than the average real estate agent, and can draw upon more resources to get the best deal for your real estate investment. This article outlines some of the benefits of working with a REALTOR®, so you can make the distinction next time you’re looking for professional assistance buying or selling. REALTORS® have membership in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), which oversees practices and co-operative efforts between more real estate agents than any

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