November, 2017

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5 Things You Didn’t Know a VA Loan Could Do for You

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realtor.com Because of the bravery and sacrifices of veterans and active military, the rest of the country’s civilians can live the American dream in safety. As one tangible way to say “thank you for your service,” current and former members of the military have access to Veterans Affairs home loans. These unique mortgage options allow veterans and those still serving to own a piece of the American dream by potentially qualifying for homes they might have thought were out of reach.

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Recapping Some of the 2017 Real Estate News that is Impacting Investors

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It seems like at the end of every year we tend to wrap it up with reviews and lists to summarize the year’s activity. So we thought it would be fun to summarize three big stories in real estate so far this year. Sit back, relax, grab a cup of coffee, and find out what you might have missed. Investors Enjoy a Resurging Market. House flipping declined significantly after the financial crisis of 2007-2008.

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5 Things You Didn’t Know a VA Loan Could Do for You

Realtor

realtor.com Because of the bravery and sacrifices of veterans and active military, the rest of the country’s civilians can live the American dream in safety. As one tangible way to say “thank you for your service,” current and former members of the military have access to Veterans Affairs home loans. These unique mortgage options allow veterans and those still serving to own a piece of the American dream by potentially qualifying for homes they might have thought were out of reach.

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Why is “Big D” a Mecca for Real Estate Investors?

Patch of Land

Dallas’ red hot housing market presents exciting opportunities for real estate investors. The top ranked business climate in Texas ensures a steady flow of jobs and a robust housing pipeline that will provide investment opportunities for years to come. Texas is famous for being extremely friendly to business. As reported by the trade journal Business Facilities , the state received top rankings in 2017 for the Best Business climate and achieved top 10 rankings in 17 categories.

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Tune Up Your Product Knowledge

Patch of Land

You can grow your business in a rising-rate environment. Mortgage interest rates are on the rise. This is presenting a new set of challenges for mortgage originators and home-buyers who have become accustomed to historically low rates. Although rising rates might slow home sales, a growing economy and a healthy housing market should provide some relief.

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