Credit scores are a large part of the mortgage loan process. They affect the type of loan that a buyer can qualify for as well as the amount and interest rate. If you’re thinking of buying a property in the near future, you may want to take some of these steps to improve your credit score. First …
2013 Naples Market Update
Here's the 2013 Naples Rea lEstate Market Update to review. There's a lot of good news for sellers and still good news for buyers but now is the time to make a move if you've been on the fence about buying. The most recent NABOR (Naples Area Board of Realtors) report is out and it shows that this …
Termites
Termites Effect on Home Sales In Florida one of the most important pests to be aware of to inspect for during your home purchase are termites. Termite damage in Florida accounts for almost one quarter of the termite damage in the United States and as part of your new home purchase, it’s important …
2014 mortgage changes
There are some major changes on the horizon for buyers who need mortgages in order to purchase properties. These 2014 mortgage changes will be effective January 10, 2014 and will impact a great number of borrowers. The “great recession” of 2008 spawned the Dodd-Frank Act which was to improve the …
Home Sales Surge Ahead
Home Sales Surge Ahead At Downing-Frye and through the rest of the Naples market, the home sales have been record breaking. According to the General Manager at Downing-Frye, the agency is on schedule for our best July sales in eight years. So far this year, the agency has had over 300 pending …
