13 Dec 2024
By RESCO Realty

How to Buy a Home if You Owe Taxes

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If you're considering buying a home while dealing with unpaid taxes, you might be wondering how your tax debt affects your mortgage approval. The good news is, it is possible to buy a home even if you owe taxes. Here’s what you need to know about how owing taxes can impact your homebuying process. How Owing the IRS Affects Buying a Home You might not need to wait until your tax debt is completely paid off to apply for a mortgage. It’s important to speak with a loan officer who can guide you through your options based on your specific…
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22 Nov 2024
By RESCO Realty

Why Getting Preapproved Before Your House Hunt Is Crucial

Home Tips, ,
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make, and you want to make sure you’re as prepared as possible. Whether you’re just starting to browse homes or are ready to put in an offer, one of the most important steps you can take is getting preapproved for a mortgage. Not only does it streamline the home-buying process, but it also puts you in the best position to make a successful offer. Here’s why getting preapproved now, before you start your house hunt, can make all the difference. What Does It Mean to Be Preapproved? Preapproval…
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27 Jul 2020
By RESCO Realty

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 27, 2020

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Last week’s economic reporting included readings on sales of new and previously owned homes. State and federal data on new and continuing jobless claims were released along with Freddie Mac’s weekly report on mortgage rates. Sales of New and Existing Homes Rise in June Sales of new homes rose at their highest rate in 13 years according to the Commerce Department. New homes sold at a seasonally-adjusted annual pace of 776,000 sales, which exceeded the expected reading of 710.000 new single-family homes sold and May’s reading of 682,000 new homes sold. Analysts said that increased interest in relocating to suburban…
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