
Conforming Loan Limits Increase for 2023
Good news for buyers and sellers: Qualifying for a home loan just got easier.
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Good news for buyers and sellers: Qualifying for a home loan just got easier.
It’s a good time to take a step back and consider where interest rates have been historically—-and how you can navigate the current market.
Seller credits for loan interest rate buydowns are creating purchase incentives in a challenging real estate market.
The appraisal report can make or break a sale.
Working with a local lender that knows the ins and outs of San Francisco real estate is key to having a smooth, successful transaction.
Taking out a loan after you pay cash for a property is a great way to get a jump on your competition, if that strategy is an option. This process is called “delayed purchase financing.”
If you’re intending to purchase a property in 2021, it’s important to note what documentation you’ll need to provide to the lender in order to get loan approval.
Don’t forget to include the cost of HOA dues when you’re getting preapproved for a loan.
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