What to Expect When You Close on a House
Buying a house is one of the biggest things you might do in your life. The final step in the process is typically the closing. Once you reach this point, it can be a relief because you’re through the arduous underwriting process, but what should you expect when you’re closing on a house?
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Debt Avalanche vs. Snowball Method
When you’re getting ready to shop for a house, you need to be clear on your current financial situation and where you need to be, ideally before you start trying to work with lenders. The amount of existing debt in your name will play a big role in whether you’re approved for a mortgage and how much house you can buy.
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RE/MAX National Housing Report
February Increase in Home Sales Sets Stage for Spring Market; Median Price Inches Up
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How To Stage Your Home While You Live In It
In a study performed by a top real estate agency in the country, it was determined that homes that have been beautifully staged sold for approximately six percent above the asking price on average. Furthermore, the estimated time on the market was cut in half. In addition, approximately 81 percent of home buyers surveyed in a separate survey stated that it was easier for them to visualize the home as their own when the home was staged.
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How to Make Your Home Look High-End on a Budget
Designing a home isn’t an inexpensive endeavor, but ultimately, the outcomes you tend to want are spaces that look curated and high-end. Have you ever walked into a house, and it just felt expensive? Whether or not it actually is can be the question. Designers often use tricks and tips to elevate spaces and give them that luxe, high-end appeal, no matter the budget. The following are a few things you can consider doing.
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Corvallis Market Conditions
Shape of the Current Market: Spring 2025
March Real Estate Roundup
Freddie Mac's results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® shows that "The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage ticked down by two basis points this week. Recent mortgage rate stability continues to benefit potential buyers this spring, as reflected in the uptick in purchase applications."
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