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Buying and Selling a House: Bridge the Gap
When you move from one home to another, there are always bumps in the road. Sometimes, the road goes out, and you need a bridge to get to the other side. Bridge loans are short-term loans that give you access to cash that you can use to make the transition a little smoother. Our real estate agents often help clients who use bridge loans to pay off existing debts, finance their new home, and other things. There are advantages and disadvantages to bridge loans, and buyers should fully understand the benefits and drawbacks involved before applying for the loan.
Bridge Loan Basics
Bridge loans are short-term, with most having repayment periods of between six to 12 months, but some can extend to two or three years. These loans are typically used by homeowners who wish to purchase a new home before their current home is sold. Homeowners can tap into their equity to secure a down payment, remodel the home they want to purchase, and cover expenses until the house sells.
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Buying a House Step by Step
The internet is full of articles about the number of steps necessary to buy a home. They make it sound as if you can sit in front of your computer for an hour in the morning and go house shopping in the afternoon. This is likely the largest purchase you have made in your life, and if you haven't done your homework, can be a very stressful experience. Our real estate agents want you to enter the process with a clear vision of the path before you and the confidence to know that with their help, you can navigate it.
- Are you ready to buy a home?
Readiness includes good work history, steady income, a good credit score, a working budget, and savings. If you have no idea how to create a budget or calculate your credit score, you're in good company. More than half of Americans have no idea how much money they spent last month. They think of budgets like they do diets: One more set of rules to control you. But in truth, a budget is a roadmap to your ultimate goals, and there is no shame in asking for directions along the way. HUD offers several opportunities for first-time home buyers to get the information they need online and with a housing counselor. A counselor can help guide you in creating a budget and answer your questions.
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Klamath Falls: Outdoor Family Fun This Fall
There's never a bad time to explore the countless outdoor attractions around Klamath Falls, and fall is an especially good time to enjoy some outdoor fun with the whole family. With beautiful weather, stunning fall foliage, and exciting adventures, you're sure to find activities that family members of all ages can enjoy together. Our real estate agents have the details on 5 of the best destinations for family fun around Klamath Falls this fall.
- Soar at Crater Lake ZipLine – 29840 OR-140, Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Take to the skies near Klamath Falls homes for sale with a thrilling family trip to Crater Lake ZipLine, which features some of the longest ziplines in Oregon, allowing you to explore the forest canopy from a whole new perspective. There are nine ziplines here, some of which will take you more than 100 feet into the air, along with two controlled rappels and two sky bridges. The main ziplines are open to all visitors age 10+, and the Sasquatch Hollow Kid's ZipLine is designed especially with kids aged 5-12 in mind.
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5 Ways to Use Paint to Update Your Home
Are you itching to give your home a facelift? Whether you're getting it ready to sell or just want to improve its look for your own enjoyment, paint is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to update your home. Here are five paint tricks our real estate agents recommend to give your home a fresh new look.
- Give your front door a new pop of color.
Painting your front door is a fast way to improve curb appeal by adding an attention-getting pop of color. Opt for a color you don't see much in your neighborhood to make your house really stand out among other Klamath Falls homes for sale. Painting your front door is also a great way to freshen up an older paint job, even if everything else doesn't need done yet. You might also consider repainting your window trims on your front facade while you're at it.
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Now's the Time to Update Your Patio
We're thrilled you decided on a dream home from Klamath Falls homes for sale and can imagine you've worked hard since moving in to get everything in your home just right. But maybe you've left the best for last, whether it's the patio, backyard dining area, or garden entertainment area. Our real estate agents have a lot of ideas about improving the home's exterior, including making the patio an extension of the home and increasing your living space.
Complete your modifications to outdoor structures and systems, including outdoor kitchen; features for shade and privacy; flooring, whether concrete, paving stones, bricks, or grass; and garden, landscaping, and decorative elements. Now you're ready for furniture. Here's some advice on this key element of updating your patio.