first time home buyers: First-time-home- buyers - down payment misconception
- 06/12/17 08:16 AM
69% of Buyers are Wrong About Down Payment Needs According to a recent survey conducted by Genworth Financial Inc. at the Annual Mortgage Bankers’ Association Secondary Market Conference, mortgage professionals say that first-time home buyers still believe a 20% down payment is necessary to buy in today’s market. Nearly 40% of mortgage industry professionals surveyed believe that a lack of knowledge about the home-buying process is keeping potential buyers on the sidelines. Saving for a down payment is often cited as a huge barrier for first-time homebuyers to make the leap into homeownership. If homeowners believe that they need a 20% down payment to (3 comments)
first time home buyers: SE CAPE CORAL HOME FOR SALE
- 06/09/17 03:12 PM
NEW LISTING IN CAPE CORAL, FLORIDA Come and see this beautiful home that sits on an oversized lot! Built in 2000, it has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage with 1343 sqft under air. The spacious Master bedroom has two walk-in-closets. The kitchen has a lot of counter/cabinet space and all appliances included. This unique home features a family & dining room and enclosed lanai that can be used for entertaining or as an extra room. Other features include: washer/dryer, ceiling fans, sprinkler system, new carpets & inside paint, hurricane shutters and window resistant on the back of the house. Big (2 comments)
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If you have been pre-approved for a home loan and you are ready to go house hunting this weekend call me! I'll be available to help and answer all your questions ! (7 comments)
LOWEST PRICE-FAST SALE, QUICK REDUCTION MARBELLA ISLES 3 BEDROOM! BIG AMENITIES, SUPER CLUBHOUSE AND RESORT POOL, JUST ACROSS THE STREET AND WITH LOW, LOW HOA FEE'S. THIS 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, 2 CAR GARAGE, VILLA HOME IS LOCATED IN THE HEART OF NAPLES. LAKE VIEW (NO PREMIUM) AND CLOSE TO THE CLUBHOUSE. THIS NEW HOME (2016) IS A BEST LOCATION IN COMMUNITY. BIG OPEN KITCHEN WITH LONG GRANITE EAT-AT-BAR, CUSTOM WOOD CABINETS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES AND BIG PANTRY. MASTER BEDROOM (3 comments)
first time home buyers: Dream Home in Gateway Community, Fort Myers FL
- 06/06/17 11:39 AM
Location, Location, Location! Amazing home for sale in Gateway, Fort Myers FL now at a lower price $254,900 - Call me for your private showing #abbystiller 239-284-8637 _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ This beautiful home is the one you’ve been waiting for! It has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 2 car garage with 2066 sqft under air. The master suite has a huge walk-in closet and a bath with separate soaking tub & renovated shower. This unique layout has a formal dining room and family living area. The spacious Kitchen has a lot of cabinet space with an amazing open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Other recent updates (6 comments)
first time home buyers: Just Sold in Fort Myers, FL
- 04/28/17 12:04 PM
I am proud to announce I SOLD another property where I represented the Buyer! I extend my sincere Congratulations to the new owners, and wish them many happy memories in their new Home!
Posted by:_________________________________________________________________________________________ Abby Stiller Realtor® - Lic. #SL3154233 Premier Realty Homes of SWFL Cell: (239) 284-8637 10 years of Experience Your Local Market Specialist! - Home Enthusiastic! Offices: Bonita/Ft. Myers, Cape Coral, Marco, Naples and the Beaches (0 comments)
first time home buyers: Your Tax Return: Bring it Home
- 04/27/17 10:26 AM
This time of year, many people eagerly check their mailboxes looking for their tax return check from the IRS. But, what do most people plan to do with the money? GO Banking Rates recently surveyed Americans and asked the question - “What do you plan on doing with your tax refund?” The results of the survey were interesting. Here is what they plan to do with their money: 41% - Put it into savings 38% - Pay off debt 11% - Go on a vacation 5% - Make a major purchase (car, home, etc.) 5% - Splurge on a purchase Upon seeing (0 comments)
first time home buyers: Real Estate Mogul: Here’s Why You Should Buy
- 04/27/17 07:19 AM
Real Estate mogul, Sean Conlon, host of The Deed: Chicago on CNBC, was recently asked the question, should you buy? Or should you rent a house? Conlon responded: “I am a true believer that you save every penny and you buy your first house… and that is still the fastest path to wealth in this country.” Conlon went on to suggest that first-time buyers put down 10-20% “if they can make it work,” and to remain in their home at least 4-5 years to see a return on their investment. Who is Sean Conlon, and why should you listen to his advice?Within a few years (0 comments)
first time home buyers: How Fast Can You Save for a Down Payment?
- 04/24/17 07:10 AM
Saving for a down payment is often the biggest hurdle for a first-time homebuyer. Depending on where you live, median income, median rents, and home prices all vary. So, we set out to find out how long would it take you to save for a down payment in each state? Using data from the United States Census Bureau and Zillow, we determined how long it would take, nationwide, for a first-time buyer to save enough money for a down payment on their dream home. There is a long-standing ‘rule’ that a household should not pay more than 28% of their income on (3 comments)