Expensive repairs from water damage might be needed in your home. Repair them before they multiply! Water damage is possible any time in the year-from the weather, malfunctioned appliances, clogs, or by poorly done home repair. You can save on most home repair costs by ensuring that your home is safeguarded from water damage seasonally…
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How Much Does a Garage Addition Cost?
When you have your entire family parking their cars on the street, the neighbors may start to complain. If you have the property space, a garage addition is a smart way to protect your vehicle investments while adding square footage for prime real estate values. However, adding a garage addition isn’t just like setting up…
FHA 203K Home Loans in Houston, Austin, San Antonio…easier than you think!
Many of the Houston, Austin, San Antonio Homes for sale have “deferred maintenance items” – especially if the seller is a Bank or the property is being offered through a Short Sale. Because of this, the Buyers are being asked to purchase the hope with repairs that need to be done immediately. In a traditional…
What to Know Before You Sign a Remodeling Contract
With equal parts of excitement and foreboding, renovating a room or an entire home is an adventure you go on with a contractor. Once you’ve narrowed down your selection to one particular company, it’s time to dive into contractual agreements. Although you may not be comfortable with legal wording, it’s critical to understand the terms you’re agreeing…
Building without a permit, Getting permits after the fact,
Building Without a Permit, Getting Permits After the Fact, & Selling Without Permits If you’re looking to build on your property but attempting to do so without a permit, you may want to think again. That’s because building without a permit may have some consequences. A permit may be required, depending on the city you…
When It Pays to Do It Yourself –
Doing home improvement jobs yourself can be a smart way to save money, but choose the right DIY projects or you’ll end up paying dearly. More than 100,000 people injure themselves each year doing home improvement jobs. So add medical bills to your DYI budget, and you ending up spending the same, or more, than…
Tips For Removing Linoleum
When it comes time to get new flooring you can save money by removing the old flooring yourself but if you have old linoleum on your floors you might be in for quite a challenge. Depending on how old the linoleum is and the type of adhesive that was used it can be extremely difficult…
Make Your Kitchen Cabinets Look Great for Less with Atlas Homes
Kitchen cabinets are one of the most prominent features in your kitchen. If your cabinets are looking worn or drab, it affects the whole look and feel of your kitchen. The good news is there are several options available to you that can easily update your kitchen with a modern look. Some options are expensive…
203K PURCHASE AND REHAB YOUR HOME WITH AN FHA 203k LOAN,
203k Benefits to Buyers/Borrowers ■Renovate home with little/no additional out-of-pocket expense■Low down payment (3.5%)■Combine purchase/refinance + rehab funds into one low-interest, tax-deductible mortgage which is based on the improved appraised value■Include mortgage payments into 203k if home is not livable during renovations■Submit a strong purchase offer if presented properly to seller■Buyers face less competition from…
Financing for the “Fixer-Upper” call for more info, 713 545 2429
Looking for a Fixer-Upper? Take a look at FHA’s 203(k) rehabilitation program. It is a little-known loan program for homes that are in less than prime condition. Home buyers thinking of purchasing a distressed property in need of repair, but who are concerned that the cost of the repairs could drain their savings account may…