I am Confused... Pre-Paid Interest is what? - 08/28/08 07:14 PM
 Pre-paid interest is one of the most confusing terms you will hear... it is quite simple once you understand it. So let me give it a try...
  
Now... as you look at the chart; you will see house payment due July 1st: This means when you make that payment then you are paying the interest for June in that payment. The lender will collect upfront at closing the 16 days of interest in May because that was no included in your house payment... meaning you are paying 16 days of pre-paid interest.
Now remember this will vary depending on … (17 comments)

I am Confused... Closing Costs, Pre-paids are what? - 08/20/08 12:55 PM

   


 You have found the perfect Realtor, Loan Officer and House...
  Now it is time to write an offer.
Your Realtor says...
What terms do you want when we write your offer to purchase this property?
Then you are hearing closing costs, pre-paids, pro-rated taxes...
STOP; you are thinking. What does all this mean!
When you have a contract to purchase a home; it will determine how much money you will be spending; for the price of the home, financing and out of pocket expenses.  Plus, things like who is going to provide what service such as: … (16 comments)

First-time Home Buyers: Time Line for a Home Loan! Part 3 - 08/18/08 04:54 PM
Typical Loan Closing 
Conventional / VA / FHA: 20-30 Days
THDA/ Rural Development: 30-45 Days       

Concurrent Actions: This all done by your Lender     
Appraisal: 4 - 14 Days
Termite inspection: 3 - 10 Days
Survey: 4 Days - ? (Acreage could take several weeks depending on how much land)

NOW THAT YOU HAVE A SIGNED CONTRACT AND THE LENDER, PROCESSOR & UNDERWRITERS ARE BUSY; WHAT DO YOU DO? I AM GLAD YOU ASKED...
DO:
Hire your home inspector and have him inspect your new home; do this as soon as possible. This way if there are any major repairs … (4 comments)

84th Annual Dickson County Fair: Schedule of Events for September 7 - 08/17/08 09:35 PM
 
DICKSON  COUNTY  FAIR                                                   
SEPTEMBER 1ST - 7TH
Schedule of Events





Sunday:  September 7, 2008   $$$$ DOLLAR DAY $$$$
12:30 - 2:30 pm        Exhibitors Pick-up all Crop Barn Entries
1:30 - 3:00 pm         Exhibitors Pick-up all 4-H & Home Economics Entries

FREE GATE 1:00 PM - 6:00PM
FREE PARKING 
   ALL RIDES $1.00 EACH$1.00 COKE ** $1.00 CANDY APPLE ** $1.00 POPCORN
$1.00 COTTON CANDY
CANDYLAND BOOTH ONLY
 
 
Above information taken from Dickson County Fair insert:
 Announcements made on grounds by Fair Officials take precedence over all printed materials.
Enjoy the … (2 comments)

84th Annual Dickson County Fair: Schedule of Events for September 6 - 08/17/08 09:32 PM
DICKSON  COUNTY  FAIR                                                                                                                                        
SEPTEMBER 1ST - 7TH
Schedule of Events

 

 
Saturday:  September 6, 2008 
7:00 am                            Mule Weigh-in
8:00 am - 4:00 pm         Sheep Check-in: (sheep must be on grounds by 4:00 pm, no exceptions)
8:15 - 9:15 am               4-H Pullet Check-in
9:00 am                           Mule Pull
9:30 am                           4-H Fairest of the Fowl Contest
10:00 am                         4-H Pullet Show & Sale
10:00 am - 10:00 pm    Exhibit Buildings Open
10:00 am                        Baby Division Pageant: (0-47 months Girls & Boys (will be held in Greer Building)  
2:00 pm                         JR Miss Fairest … (2 comments)

84th Annual Dickson County Fair: Schedule of Events for September 5 - 08/17/08 09:27 PM
DICKSON  COUNTY  FAIR                                                                   
SEPTEMBER 1ST - 7TH
Schedule of Events





Friday: September 5, 2008  STUDENT NIGHT
5:00 - 10:00 pm       Exhibit Building Open
6:00 & 8:00 pm        Princess Miss Fairest of the Fair: 6:00 pm Girls Ages 7-9   8:00 pm Girls Ages 10-12
                                    (will be held in Greer Building)
7:00 pm                   Antique Tractor Pull & TN City Mini Tractor Pullers
 
Gates Open at 5:00 pm Rides start at 6:00 pm
Gate: Adults $5   3-12 yr. $3.00  Children under 3 FREE
$20 Armband   Parking $2.00
STUDENT NIGHT 9:00 pm - 1:00 am Save $2.00 … (3 comments)

84th Annual Dickson County Fair: Schedule of Events for September 4 - 08/17/08 09:23 PM
DICKSON  COUNTY  FAIR                                                                           
SEPTEMBER 1ST - 7TH                                                     
Schedule of Events








Thursday: September 4, 2008
8:30 am - 2:00 pm       Farm Fun Day (4th Graders)

10:00 am - 4:00 pm    Cattle Check-in
5:00 - 9:00 pm            Exhibit Building Open
6:30 pm                        Cattle Show: Angus, Hereford, Shorthorns, Gelbieh, Limosin, other Breeds
7:00 pm                         Dickson County Fair 4x4 Street Truck Pull
7:00 pm                        Miss Dickson County Fairest of the Fair: Young Ladies Ages 16-20 (will be held in Greer Building)
 
Gates Open at 5:00 pm      Rides start at 6:00 pm
… (2 comments)

84th Annual Dickson County Fair: Schedule of Events for September 3 - 08/17/08 09:19 PM
 
DICKSON  COUNTY  FAIR                                                                
SEPTEMBER 1ST - 7TH
Schedule of Events




Wednesday: September 3, 2008  CARLOAD NIGHT
Cattle received anytime Wednesday
Brad Greenfield, Extension Agent (615) 446-2788
                                 Poultry Show Judging
5:00 - 9:00 pm          Exhibit Building Open
7:00 pm                     Dickson County Fair ATV Extreme
                                 
Gates Open at 5:00 pm      Rides start at 6:00 pm
$25.00 CARLOAD
$25.00 when you enter the grounds pays your parking, gate & rides for your entire CARLOAD,  regardless of number in car, pick-up or van only
 
 
Above information taken from Dickson County Fair insert:
 Announcements made on … (2 comments)

84th Annual Dickson County Fair: Schedule of Events for September 2 - 08/17/08 09:15 PM
DICKSON  COUNTY  FAIR                                                                                                                                 
SEPTEMBER 1ST - 7TH                                                                                              
Schedule of Events
 



Tuesday:  September 2, 2008   FAMILY NIGHT
10:00 am - 12 noon   Register Home Eonomics: Baked goods & Plants and Flowers
1:00 - 2:00 pm           Register 4-H Youth Dept.: Baking & Plants and Flowers
5:30 - 6:00 pm           Goat Check-in
5:00 - 9:00 pm           Exhibit Building Open
6:30 pm                      Open Goat Show
7:00 pm                      Dickson County Fair Moto-X Motocross
7:00 pm                      Little Miss Fairest of the Fair:   Girls Ages 4-6 (will be held in the Greer Building)
 
Gates Open at 5:00 pm      Rides start … (6 comments)

84th Annual Dickson County Fair: Schedule of Events for September 1 - 08/17/08 09:11 PM

DICKSON COUNTY FAIR                                                                                                                                     SEPTEMBER 1ST - 7TH                                                                   
Schedule of Events
 

Monday:  September 1, 2008 
10:00 am - 3:00 pm       Junior Beef Cattle Check-in
2:00 - 4:30 pm              Register 4-H Youth Dept. Non Perishable Entries
                                      (everything except baking & plants/flowers)
12:00 - 6:00 pm            Register Crops Department Entries
5:00 - 8:00 pm              Open County Poultry Department Entries
5:00 - 9:00 pm              Exhibit Buildings Open
6:30 pm                       Junior Beef Showmanship
after beef                     Junior Beef Heifer Shows (registered & Commercial)
Showmanship                Followed by Pee Wee
7:30 pm                       Demolition Derby
 
Gates Open at 5:00 … (4 comments)

First-time Home Buyers: What do I need to take to the LENDER? Part 2 - 08/15/08 12:01 AM
Take a few moments to gather the items below and you will be your lender's favorite customer!    
                            
Most Recent 30 Days of Pay Stubs Two Months Bank Statements from Checking, Saving and any investments Two Years Rental History with Landlord's name, address, phone & e-mail (if applicable) Two Years Work History with Employer's name, address, phone &  e-mail Two Years Tax Returns with W2 / 1099MISC If you have ever filed Bankruptcy: Bring a Copy of Complete Bankruptcy Documents and Discharge If Divorced: Bring Copy of Divorce Decree If paying Child Support: Bring copy of Child Support Documents If recently sold a home: … (5 comments)

First-time Homebuyers: Where to start for a Home Loan! Part 1 - 08/13/08 09:02 PM
                               The home buying process can seem very overwhelming at times. This report will be  in several parts and hopefully will make planning a little easier for you. I am in Tennessee but the information will be good no matter what state you are in. This post is designed to give you an understanding of the loan process; a timetable and items needed. Try to relax; Buying a home should be a FUN ADVENTURE! I am here to help you through the process.
You will hear several terms... buying power worksheet...pre-approval... commitment letter...loan approval..........................What does it all mean?
Buying Power Worksheet (BPW) - This form will … (8 comments)

This quote made me smile! - 08/07/08 04:29 PM



Never drive faster than your guardian angel can fly.Anonymous
 
I read this quote shortly after I raced home driving; over the speed limit.
Then it made me think... do guardian angels go the speed limit? If so, I need to slow down. What do you think?
Have a great day and may your Guardian Angel keep up with you!
… (15 comments)

In Memory of All Our Fallen Soldiers, To Honor all Who have Served & their Families! - 08/04/08 09:58 PM


This week-end as I was cutting my grass... I started thinking about how lucky I am to live in such a great country and to say that I own a part of this great country. I live on 18 acres so I have lots of time to think as I go up and down on my mower; looking at the sky, trees, hawks flying and thinking of all the sons & daughters, mothers & fathers, husbands & wives and friends that have given their lives for all of us to be free! A tear ran down my face and … (35 comments)

 
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