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Mahopac, NY
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How Much Should I Spend On My First Home?
One of the biggest questions for first-time homebuyers is, "How much can I afford?" Before you start looking for a home, you should absolutely have your budget in mind. You don’t want to fall in love with a home that’s out of your price-range only to be disappointed that you can’t afford it. Here are some tips on how to determine your home-buying budget. Can you use your rent as a good indicator of a monthly payment? When determining a budget, there are two questions: What can I afford to pay every month? And, what can I afford to purchase? Some buyers might start their search thinking th…
Newburgh, NY
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Welcome Home: Understanding Closing Costs
When moving to a home, costs tend to add up rather quickly. Several items will need to be budgeted for right away such as replacing carpet, updating appliances, moving and closing costs. When buying a home the title of the property will be transferred from the seller to the buyer which is called the closing. The fees that need to be paid at that time are considered closing costs. Closing costs vary widely based on a number of factors and you will receive a loan estimate within three business days of receiving your completed loan application. Then three days before closing, you will rece…
