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The Big Bad Banks
Advice for buyers searching for a reputable lender. A personal experience of mine… I was part of a deal, where the buyer was with US Bank and made it over 3 weeks into the deal. At that point US Bank dropped the ball several times and everything they told the buyers...
What to Know About Today’s Busy Market
You’re probably well aware that the real estate market is more competitive than ever (due to low inventory, among other things). Still, it’s not a bad time to buy a house. Mortgage rates are low, home values are on the rise and, in many cases, buying is still more...
Home With a Pool vs. Community Pool
Asked by Edward Pickman, Home Buying in Kingwood, 01/06/2013 Does it pay to purchase a home with a pool or look for a home inside a community that has a pool within? Having an in-ground pool on your property adds value to the property and possibly a selling...
A Home in Kingwood With Land in the Back
Asked by mcdonald.rebecca, Home Buying in Kingwood, 09/02/2013 I want a home in Kingwood, with less land in front and more in back of home. Any suggestions? Hi Rebecca, Most of the subdivisions in Kingwood have structures in which the backyard is larger in...
I Just Sold My House and the Agent Gave Them the Key Before it Was Funded
Asked by Frances, Houston, TX • Fri Jun 6, 2013 I just sold my house. We had the closing but the buyer's lender was very slow to fund the loan. The buyer's agent gave them the keys knowing the loan had not been funded and wouldn't be for at least 24 hours. They went...
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