Attractive interest rates are still available!
We're hearing BUZZ that interest rates on new home loans will continue to fall...that's great news for first-time home buyers. Click here for the article on boston.com.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
MORE TAX CREDITS!
Homeowners can get a $1500 tax credit for saving energy
According to the US Dept of Energy:
"If you install energy-efficient windows, insulation, doors, roofs, and heating and cooling equipment in existing homes, you can receive a tax credit for 30% of the cost, up to $1,500, for improvements installed between January 1, 2009, through December 31, 2010"
Collect your $1500 tax credit. Click here for all the details.
According to the US Dept of Energy:
"If you install energy-efficient windows, insulation, doors, roofs, and heating and cooling equipment in existing homes, you can receive a tax credit for 30% of the cost, up to $1,500, for improvements installed between January 1, 2009, through December 31, 2010"
Collect your $1500 tax credit. Click here for all the details.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Build Equity!
5 Home improvement projects that WOW buyers
1. Kitchen countertops - Inexpensive updates in the kitchen can go a LONG way. New countertops are a great way to bring an outdated kitchen into the 21st century. Big name home improvement stores have a variety of affordable options. Just remember - stay neutral!!
2. Hardwood floors - Buyers DROOL over hardwood floors. If you're covering up old hardwoods with carpet, consider revealing the valuable floors. If the floors are in tough shape, hire a professional to buff and varnish them. The result can be a major transformation!
3. "Man Town" - Convert your basement or other potential living area to an entertainment space or play room. Everyone knows more livable space = more $. Buyers these days aren't satisfied with just one living room...they want another space to use as a retreat.
4. Walk-in closet - OK, you may not have the space or money to build a walk-in closet...but consider buying a closet organization system that maximizes utilization of the space.
5. Laundry Room - Often times, there is a designated area for laundry but its wide open!! Buyers don't want to stare at their dirty laundry all day. Enclose the area using inexpensive materials such as bifold doors. Add some shelving and storage within that enclosure and you've got a desirable laundry room!
1. Kitchen countertops - Inexpensive updates in the kitchen can go a LONG way. New countertops are a great way to bring an outdated kitchen into the 21st century. Big name home improvement stores have a variety of affordable options. Just remember - stay neutral!!
2. Hardwood floors - Buyers DROOL over hardwood floors. If you're covering up old hardwoods with carpet, consider revealing the valuable floors. If the floors are in tough shape, hire a professional to buff and varnish them. The result can be a major transformation!
3. "Man Town" - Convert your basement or other potential living area to an entertainment space or play room. Everyone knows more livable space = more $. Buyers these days aren't satisfied with just one living room...they want another space to use as a retreat.
4. Walk-in closet - OK, you may not have the space or money to build a walk-in closet...but consider buying a closet organization system that maximizes utilization of the space.
5. Laundry Room - Often times, there is a designated area for laundry but its wide open!! Buyers don't want to stare at their dirty laundry all day. Enclose the area using inexpensive materials such as bifold doors. Add some shelving and storage within that enclosure and you've got a desirable laundry room!
Monday, June 8, 2009
So many houses to choose from!
Over 50 houses on the market right now in Abington, Weymouth and Holbrook for under $280k
The market is looking very good for buyers these days. So many houses to choose from! You can do a FREE search on my website, just click here. Average interest rates are in the 5's...the first time home buyer credit of $8000 is good until Dec 1st...
The market is looking very good for buyers these days. So many houses to choose from! You can do a FREE search on my website, just click here. Average interest rates are in the 5's...the first time home buyer credit of $8000 is good until Dec 1st...
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Mortgage Calculator
How much house can I afford?
When considering buying a house, your first step should be to contact a mortgage person to request a pre-approval. The pre-approval will tell you the maximum loan amount you qualify for. You can then use a mortgage calculator to estimate monthly payments. I offer free access to a mortgage calculator on my website....just click here.
Interest rates are constantly changing but recently rates for FHA loans (which require a 3.5% down payment) have been approximately 5%-5.5%. If interested in getting pre-approved, email me and I'll refer you to someone I trust.
When considering buying a house, your first step should be to contact a mortgage person to request a pre-approval. The pre-approval will tell you the maximum loan amount you qualify for. You can then use a mortgage calculator to estimate monthly payments. I offer free access to a mortgage calculator on my website....just click here.
Interest rates are constantly changing but recently rates for FHA loans (which require a 3.5% down payment) have been approximately 5%-5.5%. If interested in getting pre-approved, email me and I'll refer you to someone I trust.
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