Buying a Home

Thank You for Helping Us Build 200,000 New Homes!

October 1, 2018

In 1977, we built our first single-family home in Denver, Colorado. Today, we’re excited to announce that we recently completed our 200,000th new home! No cookie-cutter homes here! A lot has changed over the decades (we’ve expanded to 10 states!), but one thing remains consistent: Our commitment to our customers. Personalization is key for our clients. And it’s what sets us apart from other leading homebuilders. Everyone who builds a new Richmond American home from the ground up has the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with…

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Buying a Home

Renting May Be a Roadblock to Your Dream Home

September 27, 2018
The Coral

As a homebuilder, we hear the “one-and-done” sentiment all the time. Many homebuyers want to “get it right” the first time they purchase a home so they can be settled for the long haul. Why not save and keep renting until you can afford exactly what you want? While a no-compromise stance sounds good in theory, it may actually be a roadblock to your dream home. You may find better results by viewing your first home as a stepping stone, not the end goal. Making…

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Local Stories

Best Places to Live: Lacey, WA

September 25, 2018

Natural wonders, ample activities and stunning scenery make Lacey, Washington, a dream come true for adventure lovers. Nestled in the shadow of Mt. Rainier at the southern tip of Puget Sound, Lacey is not only a beautiful place to visit—it’s a fantastic place to live! The great outdoors Hiking, biking and much more await in Lacey. Explore the 3,700-acre Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, which offers sparkling lakes, lush forests and virtually endless opportunities for outdoor experiences. The city also encompasses five freshwater lakes including Long…

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Buying a Home, Selling a Home

Help! I Bought a New Home But Still Haven’t Sold My Old Home

September 21, 2018
Working through finances

Congratulations! You’re under contract for a new home. There’s just one problem: your current home hasn’t sold—and closing day is coming up fast. What to do? Here are a few options to consider when you’ve purchased a home but still haven’t sold your old home.   Take out a bridge loan (or swing loan) Ask your mortgage lender about whether your old home has enough equity to qualify for a bridge loan, short-term financing intended to help you bridge the gap from one house to…

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Financing & Insuring

Who can qualify for a VA loan?

September 18, 2018

Zero money down.* Limited closing costs. No monthly mortgage insurance premiums. Borrower’s choice of a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage. Sounds nice, right? They’re all potential perks of financing your home with a VA loan, but you have to belong to a very particular subset of homebuyers in order to qualify for one. To assess your eligibility, see if any of the following criteria describes you. ☐ Active member of the military ☐ Military veteran ☐ Served in the Selected Reserves or National Guard for at…

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