17 Sep 2019
By Mortgage Blog Content

New Home Prices Going Down Making Them More Affordable

Real Estate
Residential real estate developers in America are responding to a national slowdown in new home construction by building smaller homes that are more modestly priced. The demand for smaller, less expensive homes is growing, while the overall demand for new custom homes is declining. Prices decreased slightly, by about one-half percent, from the price levels in 2018 for newly-constructed homes. Lower Profits For Builders The median price for a newly-constructed home in America is $372,900. The median sales price of an existing home is $309,700. American construction companies are feeling the pressure to build lower-priced homes along with the increased costs for imported building materials due to the tariffs and a…
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13 Sep 2019
By Mortgage Blog Content

4 Simple Tips For Staying Organized With Kids

Real Estate
It can be challenging to be organized when you have children. But this is only because, as a devoted parent, you want to be sure your child has everything they need to become happy, well-rounded adults some day. This usually means you'll be bringing your kids to extracurricular activities, play dates, fun events and family outings. It also typically means that over the years there will be a steady stream of school supplies, toys, new clothes and maybe even a musical instrument or two. So how can busy parents stay organized with kids?  Share A Calendar Depending on how you prefer to organize your days, consider sharing a digital or paper…
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12 Sep 2019
By Mortgage Blog Content

How Long Should I Spend Looking For a New Home?

Real Estate
Whether you've been looking for a home for a long time now, or you're just about to get started on the hunt, you're probably wondering how long should you spend looking for a new home. Does it take weeks to find your forever home, or months or even a year? What's typical? There Is No Typical The reality is, there is no typical amount of time it takes to find your home. There are too many variables, including how actively you're looking. Maybe you've heard horror stories of people who've been hunting for a house for a year. But come to find out, they've only really devoted one weekend a month…
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11 Sep 2019
By Mortgage Blog Content

Smooth Move: Do These Six Things When Transitioning Towns

Real Estate
It can be physically and emotionally challenging when moving from one town to another. There are lots of things going on at once; the actual packing and moving your belongings, saying goodbye to friends, changing jobs and just getting used to a new way of living. It can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be. Try these six tips for a smooth transition. 1. Let Go Try to look forward instead of back. You will certainly want to remember all the wonderful moments you've had in your "old" town, but give yourself permission to be excited about your new place to live. Leave the past in the past while still…
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10 Sep 2019
By Mortgage Blog Content

Using Smart Home Technology To Help Sell It

Real Estate
Smart home technology is useful for many reasons. It improves security, helps improve energy-efficiency, and makes it more convenient for the home's occupants. There is also a new trend in the use of smart home technology as a sales tool to help sell a home or a condominium. A real-estate agency in Atlanta, Georgia is using Alexa® devices, along with nicely-framed display cards, to help prospective buyers learn more about a condominium that is for sale in the Districts Lofts building. There are now more than 53 million personal assistant devices, such as the Alexa® device from Amazon and the Google Assistant®, which are in use. Many people are very comfortable…
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06 Sep 2019
By Mortgage Blog Content

6 Smart Ways Hardware Can Upgrade Your New Home

Real Estate
Decorating and putting the finishing touches on your new home is definitely one of the most fun parts of moving. It's satisfying to fill your new home with furnishings and décor choices that reflect your personality and lifestyle. One of the most overlooked aspects of decorating is the hardware. However, hardware changes can dramatically transform your home in unexpected ways. Here are some ideas to use. Install A New Door Knocker If your new home has a door knocker, replace it with a new one. If it doesn't already have one, it's easy to install a door knocker using a simple household tool box.  Install A Peephole Your front door will…
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