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January 20, 2017
DEAR DAVID: Is the appreciation on condominiums as fast as that of detached homes? – CONSIDERNG A CONDO DEAR CONDO: The short answer is yes, with certain stipulations. […]
June 19, 2020
There are ways for buyers to hedge their bets and give themselves the best shot at receiving full approval once they find a home, even though the bank has the final word.
June 26, 2020
Dear David, We are first time buyers. We’ve been shopping for a while, and have made offers on three homes so far. We’ve been approved for […]
August 1, 2020
If you haven’t moved in the last few decades, you may be surprised by current financing procedures.