When you are looking for a new home in Atlanta, it helps to know the financing options that are available to you. The more information you have, the more confident you will be that you’re choosing the mortgage loan that’s right for you. Here are some different types of mortgage loans to consider: Fixed-rate loans If you’ve found a home you plan[...]
USDA Rural Development loans are proving to be a bright alternative among the seemingly ongoing restrictions and regulations that preclude many potential first time buyers from home ownership. Offered through the US Dept of Agriculture (USDA) to promote and stimulate home sales and development in rural areas, Rural Development (RD) loans have been a silver lining in an otherwise challenging[...]
During the Atlanta Housing Summit, John Hunt of ViaSearch pointed out that home buyers don't use social media sites to look for Atlanta real estate or new homes. Going to Twitter to buy your next new home? Doubt it! Don't get sidetracked by the BLING BLING of social networking, the power of social media marketing is its ability to increase traffic[...]
As real estate professionals, we can celebrate the fact that the first time home buyer tax credit has indeed fulfilled its intended purpose. The IRS recently reported that 1.4 million people nationwide have taken advantage of the incentive. The tax credit was just what the housing market needed to encourage home shoppers to buy now instead of hesitating as well[...]
No matter where you look in the metro Atlanta area, you will be hard pressed to find an apartment community or other renter that is willing to lease a one bedroom unit for less than $600 a month. So, when you hear that a condo community is offering one bedroom condos at such an amazing price, you must take notice.[...]
April is known for many thing - Easter, rain, Spring Break- but real estate agents and other professionals in the home building industry should also associate April with new homes because April is "New Homes Month." It really makes perfect sense that April is considered "New Homes Month" because it usually during the month of April when many home builders[...]
If you are planning to buy your first home, there has truly never been a better time! As a first-time home buyer you may qualify for up to an $8,000 tax credit. Between the tax credit, historically low mortgage rates, low home prices and a wide variety of homes to chose from, there are lots of reasons to consider a[...]
Now is a fantastic time to be a first time home buyer in Atlanta, and Bowen Family Homes wants to help make your dreams of owning a home become a reality. The new home builder in Atlanta has over 20 communities that are perfect for first-time homebuyers. Whether looking for a community with great amenities, spacious floorplans, exceptional location, upgraded[...]
FHA Loan: Qualifications, Fees, and Limits Explained FHA loans seem like a great investment, but what do they cost you? The good news is that these loans are more affordable than conventional loans. They are also easier to qualify for, have lower closing costs and large limits. These elements make FHA loans ideal for many people, especially those[...]
Decorating your home can be overwhelming. Sometimes it is hard to know where to start! And, when it comes to decorating a child’s bedroom, the task can quickly become overwhelming. Luckily, Pottery Barn Kids is an excellent resource for decorating your child’s new bedroom or simply updating their existing one. Whether you are decorating a baby’s room, for a toddler[...]