A CDD fee is a Community Development District fee, which is a type of special assessment used in the United States to finance the construction and maintenance of infrastructure improvements in newly...
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First Time Home Buyer
The Importance of 4 Point Inspections When Buying a Home
Most people are familiar with home inspections that are required when buying or selling a home. But what about a 4-point inspection? A 4-point inspection is often required by insurance companies to...
When Is the Right Time to Use a Rent Back Agreement?
Did you know that it's possible for sellers to pay rent to buyers? That's right - in some cases, it may make more sense for the seller to continue living in the home they're selling and pay rent to the...
Can a Preferred Lender Requirement Benefit Me?
If you're looking to finance a home, you may come across the term "preferred lender requirement." Here's what that means: A preferred lender requirement is when a seller or builder requires buyers to use...
What is a Financing Waiver?
When you’re ready to put an offer on a home, there are a few different things you can do to make it more attractive to the seller. One way is to include a financing waiver in your contract. Let’s talk...
Waiving Your Inspection Rights
When it comes to making an offer on a home, some buyers are choosing to waive their right to inspections in order to make their offer more competitive. While this may seem like a good idea in theory,...
3 Different Types of Real Estate Markets
The three different types of real estate markets are often referred to as sellers, balanced, and buyer’s markets. In a seller's market, there are more homes for sale than there are buyers. This can often...
Cash It Takes to Buy a Home
There are a lot of costs associated with buying a home. The purchase price is just the beginning. There are also costs for inspections, appraisal, loan origination, title insurance, and more. Then there...
Tips on How to Buy in a Seller’s Market
If you're looking to purchase a home in today's market, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed. After all, it's no secret that we're in a seller's market. According to the National Association of Realtors,...
What is an Appraisal Waiver?
In the world of real estate, an appraisal waiver is a document that allows a property to be sold without first being appraised. This can be useful in a number of situations, such as when a property is...
How An Escalation Clause Can Help You When Buying A Home
We understand that being a buyer in this real estate market can be incredibly frustrating and stressful. Have no fear, we are here to help guide you through the process and teach you a few things along...
Getting Approved For A Mortgage With Student Loans
A wise man once said “Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” That man is Warren Buffett, and he is the CEO of one of the most elite Real Estate brokerages...
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