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FHA Loans - What First-time Home Buyers Need to Know
Securing a mortgage is one of the most important steps in buying a house, and there are programs available to help all home buyers find a loan that fits their needs. FHA loans, backed by the Federal Housing Administration, are often an appealing option for first-time home buyers, shoppers in the process of rebuilding credit, and for others who may have difficulty securing a traditional mortgage.
These loans were designed specifically to help more people own homes, while also providing protection for lenders. Our REALTORS® are happy to explain the basics of FHA loans, and why they're an attractive option for home buyers.
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10 Fitness Classes in Fairborn to Keep Your Resolution Going
If getting fit topped your list of 2018 New Year's resolutions, you're in the majority. Plenty of folks start the year determined to lose weight and get in shape. However, did you know going to the gym is one of the hardest resolutions to keep? Keeping up with your fitness routine can be challenging enough and if you're busy touring Fairborn homes for sale, it can be even tougher.
Fairborn locals are fortunate because our community has a wide variety of local workout facilities and classes from which to choose. Our REALTORS® know the importance of a good workout. That's why we've created this list of 10 Fitness Classes in Fairborn to Keep Your Resolution Going.
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5 Home Improvement Projects to Warm Up Your Ohio Home
Keep Your Beavercreek Home Warm This Winter
Ohio can get pretty chilly this time of year. Icy winds and sub-zero temperatures can easily foil your plans to tour Beavercreek homes for sale. You'd probably rather go home and stay out of the winter weather. That's a great idea. And if your home needs a little work to make it a bit more warm and cozy, there are plenty of projects to keep you busy. Most of them don't require you to go outside.
Our REALTORS® live and work in the Beavercreek area. We love Ohio, but we also appreciate the warmth of home. If you want to keep busy and stay warm, check out our 5 Home Improvement Projects to Warm Up Your Ohio Home.
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Getting Your Ohio Home Ready for a Big Snow Storm
Snow storms are simply a fact of life in an Ohio winter, and it’s important to be ready for them! Even if you aren’t in one of the major snow zones around Ohio, it’s always a good idea to be ready in advance for whatever the season might throw at you. The sooner you get prepared, the easier it’ll be to adapt if a big storm seems to roll up out of nowhere.
Let’s look at some of the best ways to “winterize” your home for a storm:
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Buying Your First Home with a New Job
If you’re thinking about buying your first house, you’ve probably heard a lot about how tough it can be to get a mortgage.
The truth is, a mortgage is within reach for most first-time buyers who have steady employment, no bankruptcies, and a reasonable debt load.
But ... even under the best circumstances, the process involves a lot of documentation. Proof of income is one of the most important parts of that equation. It’s common to be asked for two years of pay stubs as part of your mortgage application.
If you just changed jobs or have an unconventional work history, it can be harder to dredge that information up. Luckily, it’s usually not impossible – it just takes a few extra steps.