The current real estate market is very competitive and moves quickly. While it is imperative that you are also moving quickly to help your clients achieve their goals, it’s as important as ever to not let your guard down when it comes to your safety. September is REALTOR® safety month and here are some reminders of what you can do …
There’s some good news for buyers using Conventional Loans. As of September 18, 2021, Fannie Mae will be averaging the middle credit score of joint borrowers for determining eligibility. Right now, all borrowers must individually have a minimum of 620 to qualify for their program. As of this change, they will take the middle credit score of each borrower and average them. For instance, …
Summer is in full swing and that would usually mean that Florida would be in prime vacation time. However, the last 18 months has changed the way a lot of us think about vacations. Because so many can work and do school virtually, people are traveling more and for longer periods of time. Rather than looking into hotels for these …
Lead poisoning is a serious problem that can lead to adverse health problems. In children, high levels of lead can cause damage to the brain and nervous system, behavioral and learning problems, slow growth, and hearing problems. In adults, lead poisoning can cause reproductive problems, high blood pressure, digestive problems, nerve disorder, memory and concentration problems, and muscle and joint …
When purchasing a piece of property, it is important to be aware of any environmental liabilities associated with it. For example, you should find out if there are any registered underground tanks within several miles of the property, known contaminated properties in the neighborhood, or property owners who have been fined by the government for failing to meet environmental safety …
Real property can be incredibly valuable and the question of how parties can take ownership of their property is important. The form of ownership taken — the vesting of title — will determine who may sign various documents involving the property and future rights of the parties to the transaction. These rights involve such matters as: real property taxes, income …