Down payment assistance for healthcare workers can provide a way to save some money on the purchase of a new home. If you’re exploring down payment assistance (DPA) options, this post provides valuable insight on money saving loan types, grants and home buying programs to assist with purchasing a home.
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First Time Home Buyer Program for Healthcare Workers | Save Significant Money
One of the biggest challenges of buying your first home is knowing where to start and what to do next. Purchasing a home is a major, and expensive, decision, and you need to know what you’re up against before you begin. Being a healthcare worker also doesn’t lend a lot of time to research all you need to know. Luckily, Homes for Heroes breaks down our first time home buyer program for healthcare workers like you. Let’s walk through and unpack the common questions and steps of first time home buyers. Read More “First Time Home Buyer Program for Healthcare Workers | Save Significant Money”
Conventional Home Loans for Teachers
Almost everyone can think of one or two teachers that had an impact on their lives, no matter how old they get. Teachers are such an important person in every community, and deserve a chance to become permanent members of their communities through homeownership. One of the most common mortgage loan options is a conventional home loan for teachers. Find out more about these type of home loans and how Homes for Heroes can help you secure one.
Conventional Home Loans for Nurses | Save on Closing Costs
Nurses have job security, flexible hours, help people, and the career offers many avenues for satisfaction and fulfillment. However, when it comes to getting a mortgage for nurses, the profession has a few drawbacks. It becomes challenging to account for a full-time schedule when a lot of the hours nurses work are extra shifts. It can be even more challenging for traveling nurses to get a home loan because of employment gaps. But, the conventional home loan for nurses is an available option that you can use to buy a home. Read More “Conventional Home Loans for Nurses | Save on Closing Costs”
Downsizing Your Home: What You Need to Consider
There are a lot of reasons why people want to downsize when buying a home. The kids are off to college or buying homes of their own, you’re getting older, or you just realize you don’t need as much space as you thought you did. But downsizing almost always impacts the way you live in one way or another. So, it’s worth taking a thoughtful look at what’s important to you and what will be important in your new, smaller home. Here are the top things to consider when downsizing your home.
Questions to Ask to Get the Most Value from a Home Inspection
There are a lot of steps to buying a house, and while they are all important, some are just more valuable than others. Writing an earnest money check, for example, is necessary, but it doesn’t do much for you as a buyer. A home inspection, on the other hand, can be extremely valuable, potentially helping you save money when you negotiate the home price or keeping you from buying a total lemon.
Getting the keys to your new home is a monumental moment after a long waiting period. The inspection report can give you up-to-date information relating to the nature and location of any defects (if there are any). However, to get the most value out of your home inspection, you need to ask the right questions.
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How to Submit a Winning Offer with an FHA Loan
Many first-time home buyers use FHA loans because of the significant benefits they provide. But there are some unique considerations you have to keep in mind, particularly when it comes to actually writing an offer. Here’s a quick introduction to FHA loans as well as some tips on how to submit a winning offer using one of these loans.
Write a Letter to Buy a House – Tips for Writing a Personal Letter to Sellers
Many housing markets are extremely competitive, with multiple offers coming in for desirable homes, especially moderately priced ones. So, if you find a house that you love, you need to do everything you can to make the strongest possible offer. For years, real estate experts have recommended writing a personal letter to a home seller to explain why you want to buy the house. But in the age of technology, many people wonder, “Do I really need to write a letter to buy a house?” The short answer is yes. A personal letter is your opportunity to make a meaningful connection that motivates the seller to accept your bid. Let’s look at some tips for writing a strong personal letter as well as some special considerations for heroes.
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What to Consider When Buying a House from a Family Member
Many heroes enter their professions because they are continuing a family legacy. It’s not uncommon to see whole families of teachers, men and women following in their parents’ footsteps to become police officers or firefighters, or military service members carrying on a proud family tradition. But home ownership can be a legacy too, and many people want to pass down the homes they cherish to their children or other relatives. Other times heroes want to purchase a home from a family member to help them out or return to live in their childhood home. But buying a house from a family member comes with unique emotional and legal considerations, so it isn’t as easy as just handing over the keys. Here are some tips on how to buy a house from a family member while making the process as quick and painless as possible.
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What You Need to Know About Escrow: The Do’s and Don’ts of How Escrow Works
Buying a home can sometimes be a long and difficult process. But when you find a home you love and your offer is accepted, the finish line is near. This period is commonly referred to as “being in escrow” and there are a number of things you need to do — and not do — before closing. To help you achieve your dream of home ownership, here’s what you need to know about escrow to ensure you can close on your new home.
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