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You Should Buy Your Retirement Home Before You Retire
You Should Buy Your Retirement Home Before You Retire
Planning to leave the workforce and retire in five to 10 years can seem a long ways away. Buying a retirement home now can actually pay off in the long term to capitalize on some benefits offered to homeowners. Learn five reasons to buy a home while still fully employed.
Easier Approval for Mortgage
Mortgage lenders evaluate loan applications based on debt-to-income ratio, the total monthly debt divided by gross monthly income. It is easier to qualify for a home loan while earning a steady paycheck. Waiting until retirement to apply for a mortgage can limit the size of loan which can be q...
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Why You Should Live in a House Before Renovating
Why You Should Live in a House Before Renovating
Many buyers are looking for move-in ready homes. Significant opportunities are available in prime locations with home that linger on the market yet need some work. Some individuals will flock to the homes to customize to personal requirements and built equity along the way. Learn why it is important to live in a space before starting renovations on a property.
Minds Can Change
Living in a home can start with grand visions of seeing changes to be made but, based on the condition and priorities, things can shift over time. Wh...
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Pros and Cons of Renting When You Retire
There are several Pros and Cons of Renting When You Retire, especially when considering homes in Indian Lake Ohio. Older renters are on the rise, with households aged 55 and over contributing 42 percent of renter household growth as reported by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University in 2015. The rate will only increase as more Baby Boomers hit retirement age. Consider some of the pros and cons of renting in retirement.
Pro: no more mortgage
People who choose to rent in retirement are no longer making monthly mortgage payments. Depending on th...
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Tips for Winterizing a Vacant Home
Central Ohio Homes face all the onslaughts of winter and the cold. Snowbirds who head south for winter can help protect a vacant home with some easy steps. Theft, water damage, heating and electrical system malfunctions are possible threats while a person is away for long periods of time. Learn how to winterize a home to avoid some of the pitfalls that occur with a home left unoccupied for the cooler months.
Appearances Matter
A home which appears occupied is going to be a less likely target for theft. The following steps can help:
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10 Steps to Selling Your Indian Lake Home
Selling a home in Indian Lakes does not have to be a hassle. Most places are experiencing a buyer’s market with slower prices. Sellers must be prepared for an average of four months to sell a home. Learn ten tips for selling an Indian Lake home on the current market.
10 Steps to Selling Your Indian Lake Home
Recognize every market’s differences
Every town, city and area will have a different trend. Regional markets are more important to look at than national markets. Try the following tips to review the Indian Lake market: