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With mortgage rates below 5% since 2009, you’d think any homeowner who should refinance would have already. However, it is estimated, there are approximately 6.5 million borrowers who would benefit with significant monthly savings by refinancing. Rodney Anderson of Supreme Lending, on his weekly radio program, described a recent pipeline meeting where they reviewed every pending mortgage application his company was processing. They had seven refinancing applicants whose current mortgage was over 9% and twelve with a rate between 7% and 9%. “Some 550,000 American homeowners with a mortgage could save $500 or more each month by refinancing at today’s rates. Over three million could save at least $200 per month.” said Ben Graboske, CTO with Black Knight Financial Services. Getting a lower interest rate should be reason enough but eliminating the mortgage insurance should make the decision a no brainer. With increased home values, the loan-to-value ratio ma...

The majority of tenants say they’d like to own a home but continue to pay rent and missing out on financial and emotional advantages. There seems to still be a lot of misinformation in the marketplace. There are a number of programs for low or no down payment options. Veterans can get into a home with no down payment or closing costs. In qualifying areas, USDA has zero down payment programs. FHA requires 3.5% down payment and there are conventional programs for as little as 3% and 5% down. People with credit issues need expert opinions about their specific situation. Borrowers with bankruptcies or foreclosures may be eligible to purchase again after certain periods of time. There are short-term fixes for some types of credit problems. There is an extended list of individual issues that a skilled mortgage professional may be able to overcome. Most tenants realize considerably lower cost of housing by owning once the appreciation, amortization and tax savings are co...

Equity is an asset and an appreciating home is an investment. While some people have resolved themselves that a mortgage payment is a normal part of life, others have set goals to get their home paid for as soon as possible. There are several strategies that will work but they all require persistent vigilance. A shorter term mortgage such as 20, 15 or even 10 years will not only pay off sooner, it will generally have a lower interest rate. A recent comparison at Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey showed a 30 year fixed-rate mortgage at 4.04% compared to a 15 year fixed-rate at 3.20%. The fees for the shorter term were even .1% less. The shorter term with the lower rate would have a higher payment but some people consider it forced savings. Additional principal contributions to any length fixed-rate mortgage will save interest, build equity and shorten the term of the loan. Some homeowners may apply lump sums at various times during the year such as when bonuse...

FOR SALE in Loganville, GA 3545 Bulloch lake rd.  Loganville, Ga 30052 $305,000 See MLS Listing See Virtual Tour Contact me at (404) 857-2508 to schedule a showing.  Hurry... It is priced to sell and won't last long! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Natasha Bazile  is a Realtor & Home Stager . She prides herself in being a guide to her clients and finds fulfillment in helping them achieve their goals. Direct Phone: (404) 857-2508  www.SoldbyNat.com -  Email - Facebook - Twitter - YouTube

Among the many reasons people have to own home, they include having a place of their own, to raise a family and to share with friends. Additional benefits include security, investment, peace, pride and enjoyment. Together with the benefits come the responsibility to take care of the home for its livability and viability as a sound decision. A homeowner’s concerns can be broken down into three areas. The maintenance on the property is something that every homeowner deals with. Changing filters are easy to handle yourself. Other things might require a skilled professional but identifying the “right” one can be challenging. Minimizing expenses can reduce the cost of living in the home. It’s good to recognize when a repair is appropriate compared to a replacement. Reputable and reasonable service providers are key to keeping expense low. Managing debt and risk becomes the financial side of the effort. Taking advantage of low interest rates or short...

TIP at the end... CONGRATS! CONGRATS! CONGRATS! I had to do an extra happy dance for this one! Why? Let me bring you up to speed on this one... So, I met this fantastic family several months back when I helped them sell their home.  * Back-story - They bought in a rush when they were expecting their 1st child, didn't care for their agent (they did all the work), quickly realized they bought more home than they needed (weekends were spent doing yard work), and the layout of the home didn't work for them (they only really utilized the main floor). When they contacted me, they didn't realize I'd sell their home as quickly as I did. Nevertheless, they were really good sports about it! They were just happy I got it SOLD and to have made a nice little profit in just a years' time!  Fast forward a few months and they are ready to buy. They know what they what... New construction. We set out and find the perfect house. Easy enough right? Wr...

Congratulations to my clients and relieved sellers! This 3rd time homeowner actually passed her home on to a 1st time homeowner. Isn't that a great story. More memories will be created in a great home :-)! Home Seller TIP - Just Do It!  (First Impressions) Looking to SELL a home? I'd love to interview for the job! Please check out the Clients & Testimonials tab and Call (404) 857-2508 or email me . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Natasha Bazile  is a Realtor & Home Stager . She prides herself in being a guide to her clients and finds fulfillment in helping them achieve their goals. Direct Phone: (404) 857-2508  www.SoldbyNat.com -  Email - Facebook - Twitter - YouTube

Congratulations to my client and new homeowner! I met this young lady a couple of years ago in line at Ross chatting about hair and I couldn't be happier to see her achieve her goal of homeownership. See the video below to hear why homeownership is so important to her...  *BTW- This young lady is super creative! She's the one who designed my logo! FRUSTRATING HOME SEARCH? One nugget I suggested when the home search got rocky (that ultimately helped her get crystal clear) was to create a MUST/PLUS List .  Why would a home search get rocky you ask? Well... Buying a house is one of the biggest purchases most people make, so it can be emotionally trying. Not to mention, when buying, people often get input from family, friends, and just about everyone under the sun. Then add to it the overload of information and homes they are viewing online and the beautifully staged homes they are seeing in-person. It is very easy to lose site of the BIG PICTURE an...