fees: Be Nice - 06/06/12 03:41 AM
In sometimes-complicated relationships between residents and their condo or homeowner associations, neighborly love can go only so far.  When it comes to association decorum, the more you know about the CC&Rs (covenants, conditions and restrictions), the better.  It’s the homeowner’s job to reinforce these governing rules and regulations, which can easily pit residents against association members.  Here are a few hot-button issues that, according to Realty Times and Condobenefits.com, are important to keep in mind:
Pets.  Many condominiums restrict the permitted size and number of pets, if they allow them at all.  Check in with the head of the association before … (1 comments)

fees: Locking Your Loan Rate - 04/14/10 05:03 AM
You know that when you are seeking a mortgage you should shop around for the best rate.  But because interest rates fluctuate, it is a good idea to consider locking your rate.  A rate lock, also called a "lock-in", is a lender's guarantee that you will get a specific interest rate and number of points if you purchase a home within a certain period of time.
If you do not complete your home purchase or refinancing agreement before the lock expires and interest rates happen to rise, you will pay the higher rate.  If interest rates happen to drop during the … (0 comments)