Americans are much more upbeat about the economy and job prospects this month as a gauge of consumers’ confidence reached its highest level since January 2008.
WHAT ARE THE FUTURE’S MOST WALKABLE CITIES?
Would you believe Miami made the list? Yes, Miami has new development planned that will shoot it up into the top scores as a “walkable urban place,” or, WalkUPs, as researchers at George Washington University call them.
Renting 101
The ABC’s of Renting…Take a deep breath and prepare to jump a lot of hurdles. A) GOOD CREDIT SCORE- Credit and background screening is required for each adult member on the lease. B) CASH – In most cases total move-in costs add up to a lot of money. Some of those costs* include: -Credit and background screening application fees … Read More
5% Down Payments are back
After the housing bubble burst, buyers needed to come to the table with as much as 20% down payment to purchase property. Times have changed, lenders have loosened the purse strings, and are offering conforming loans with down payments that are as low as 5% for single-family homes, as well as condominiums. Jumbo loans may require 20 to 30 percent, … Read More