Financing
Mortgage Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification: What Sellers Look For
The difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval, what lenders check, the Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure, and how to compare mortgage offers.
· 1 min read
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New Construction
Buying a New Construction Home: Contracts, Inspections and Warranties
How buying from a builder differs from a resale purchase, from builder contracts and representation to inspections at each stage and what a builder warranty covers.
· 2 min read
Buying
From Accepted Offer to Settlement: What Happens When You Buy a Home in Pennsylvania
The steps between an accepted offer and settlement in Pennsylvania, from the deposit and inspections to the appraisal, title search and final walk-through.
· 2 min read
Investing
How to Analyze a Rental Property: Cash Flow, Cap Rate and Cash-on-Cash Return
The three numbers investors use to judge a rental property, how each is calculated, what each one leaves out, and how to stress-test them before you buy.
· 2 min read
Homeownership
Your First Year as a Pennsylvania Homeowner: A Practical Checklist
Steps for a new Pennsylvania homeowner, from applying for the homestead exclusion and understanding tax bills to records, insurance, radon testing and seasonal care.
· 2 min read
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Articles are general information about real estate in Pennsylvania. They are not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules and costs change, so confirm details with an attorney, tax advisor or lender before you rely on them.
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