Working with first-time homebuyers or repeat buyers who are a little fuzzy on closing-day details? This infographic might help!
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January 7, 2021
2021 Loan Limits Expand Buyer Options
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January 7, 2021
2021 Loan Limits Expand Buyer Options
This year’s house hunters may enjoy a significant boost to their buying power. Conforming loan limit maximums rose 7.42%, on average, potentially allowing buyers to borrow more toward their dream home. Combined with a continuing trend of low interest rates and our closing cost assistance offer, this increased credit access may motivate your clients to get off the fence and buy!
If your clients will apply for a mortgage soon, their credit health should be priority #1. After all, a homebuyer’s credit score can affect their desired price point, what types of loans they can qualify for, their lender options, buying timeline and other factors that…
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May 7, 2020
Tools & Tips for Helping Military Buyers
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May 7, 2020
Tools & Tips for Helping Military Buyers
At Richmond American, we love helping members of the Armed Forces achieve the American Dream of homeownership. So, any time we can do that and help our agent friends better serve their customers, we’re doubly excited! Here are just a few ideas and resources you…
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April 9, 2020
40 years strong. Still here for you.
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April 9, 2020
40 years strong. Still here for you.
Your clients are probably looking to you for answers as they navigate today’s unique house hunting landscape. We’ve had your back since 1977 and we aren’t going anywhere. Explore the many ways we can help you guide your clients through their home search before you even get them to a sales center.
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January 23, 2020
What 2020 Loan Limits Mean for Your Clients
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January 23, 2020
What 2020 Loan Limits Mean for Your Clients
Loan limits in many counties across the country increased in 2020, giving homebuyers greater access to a variety of loan programs and potentially enabling them to borrow more toward their dream homes. While not all areas experienced increases, it’s worth checking to see if your sales turf got a boost.
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November 12, 2019
Staging a Home for the Holidays – How Much is too Much?
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November 12, 2019
Staging a Home for the Holidays – How Much is too Much?
Your clients want to sell their homes, but they also want to celebrate the season. As you’re likely aware, there’s a fine line when it comes to staging a house for the holidays. The key to home staging at any time of year is to…
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September 13, 2019
How to Explain Closing Costs
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September 13, 2019
How to Explain Closing Costs
Ever had a first-time homebuyer confused over closing costs? Prepping clients for these important figures can help ensure smooth sailing on closing day—not to mention a rock-solid client-agent relationship with the potential for extra referral business! Below you’ll find some quick basics you can go…
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August 21, 2019
Mortgage Cheat Sheet for Realtors®
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August 21, 2019
Mortgage Cheat Sheet for Realtors®
Clients shopping their mortgage options? Share our helpful infographic! This simplified starting point may clue them into a financing avenue they’ve overlooked—potentially boosting their buying power. Select each section of the infographic to read more about FHA loans, conventional or Jumbo loans, USDA loans or…
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March 28, 2019
Useful Guides for Different Homebuyers
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March 28, 2019
Useful Guides for Different Homebuyers
As all real estate professionals know, helping buyers find and close on their dream home is a team effort. One way we try to be a team player in your work with clients is by putting together handy homebuyer guides, chock full of tips for…