Boise Idaho Home Buyer asks “Do I Need To Sell My Home Before I Can Qualify For A New Mortgage On Another Property?”

April 1, 2010 by · Leave a Comment

Although every situation is unique, it is not uncommon for Boise Idaho home buyers to qualify for a mortgage on a new home while still living in their primary residence. Perhaps you are outgrowing your current house, or have been forced to relocate due to a job transfer?  Regardless of the motivation for keeping one [...]

What Do Idaho Appraisers Look For When Determining A Property’s Value?

March 29, 2010 by · Leave a Comment

Most people are surprised to learn what Idaho appraisers actually look at when determining the value of a real estate property. A common misconception Boise Idaho homeowners generally have is that the value of their home is determined after the appraiser has completed their physical property inspection. However, the appraiser actually already has a good [...]

Renting vs Buying A Home In Boise Idaho

March 28, 2010 by · Leave a Comment

Buying a home in Boise Idaho versus renting is a big decision that takes careful consideration. While there are several biased sources that can make arguments for or against owning a home, we’ve found that most home buyers base their ultimate decision on emotion. Yes, there are some tax advantages of owning real estate, as [...]

Understanding the Difference Between an Appraisal vs Neighborhood Listing Prices

March 28, 2010 by · Leave a Comment

Why is there such a difference between what my appraised value is and the price similar homes are selling for on my street? It’s a great question, and you don’t have to be a mortgage professional or a real estate agent to understand the answer. The distinction lies in the purpose of the two valuations [...]

Five Myths About Boise Idaho Home Values

March 28, 2010 by · Leave a Comment

During periods of economic growth, when home values are typically just going up, most Boise Idaho homeowners do not question appraisals much. And in times of turmoil when property values are declining, home sellers and even listing agents quite often question and pick apart appraisals. However, the actual appraisal process changed very little over the course [...]

How Do Boise Idaho Mortgage Companies Value A Property That Has Not Been Built Yet?

March 28, 2010 by · Leave a Comment

It’s obviously easier to picture the process of estimating value on an existing Boise Idaho property in a neighborhood that has a history of home sales, but the task of determining the value on new construction projects does pose some challenges. Appraisals on homes that haven’t been built yet generally require the contractor and home [...]

HOA Hurdles to be Aware of When Looking at New Properties In Boise Idaho

March 28, 2010 by · Leave a Comment

A Home Owner Association (HOA) can have a huge impact on your life when you buy a home in a Boise Idaho PUD (Planned Unit Development) or Condominium Project. According to Wikipedia: A homeowners’ association (abbrev. HOA) is an organization created by a real estate developer for the purpose of developing, managing and selling a [...]