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At Kindred Realty, we don’t believe in re-inventing the wheel.
If a colleague has said it best, why paraphrase?
 

One colleague in particular, Jay Voorhees of JVM Lending (one of our preferred lenders) has written dozens of excellent blogs and we'd like to share a curated selection with you.
Please take a few minutes to learn from one of the best in the real estate & mortgage lending industry. You can subscribe to his blog by clicking the link in any of the articles below:

1. Mortgage Rates & Rate Shopping

Solutions For Buyers Who Are Concerned About Today’s High Rates


Costco Mortgage Horror Story


14 Factors That Impact Your Mortgage Rate


10 Myths About Mortgage Rates


How Do Higher Rates Affect Buying Power?

 

2. The Bank of Mom & Dad

8 Ways Parents Can Help Kids Buy Homes


Buying A Home For Your Child – Options?

 

3. Credit Repair

Short-Term Credit Repair Can Lower Rate 1%! It’s Free and Easy

 

4. Penny Wise, Pound Foolish

 

Getting The “Best Deal” Cost Client $300,000; It’s %’s; Putting Money Where Your Mouth Is

 

5. Listing Agents

Buyers Going Straight To Listing Agents – Does It Work?


Listing Agents Speak! (About Representing BOTH Buyers & Sellers/Dual Agency)

 

6. How to Derail an Otherwise Smooth Transaction

Consult Lender Before Moving Money; Paper-Trailing Assets

 

7. Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) & Cash-strapped Buyers

Avoid PMI with JVM’s “Zero MI” Programs

3 Ways to Avoid PMI When LTV Is Over 80%

How To Avoid PMI With Less Than 20% Down


3% Down With No PMI Requirements


5 Problems With Housing Grants And Down Payment Assistance Programs

 

8. Appraisal Problems & Home Valuation

Appraisal Problems – 5 Options When Appraisals Come In Low


Home Value Estimates: Agent CMAs vs Zillow vs Appraisals; We Like CMAs

Another excellent way to learn more about buying, selling, & owning real estate is by reading articles awaiting you in the Arrived Academy, offered by a newcomer in the real estate space called Arrived

This crowdfunded real estate investment platform offers retail investors access to residential real estate investing without the need for large down payments, costly repairs, or management duties. Arrived virtually removes the barrier to entry, enabling anyone with as little as $100 to invest in residential real estate and vacation rentals and begin building financial independence. It's an excellent option for anyone looking to earn passive income or add the real estate sector to further diversify an investment portfolio.


Check out these curated selections or explore Arrived's website for more articles:

Housing Market Predictions for 2024

What will 2024 bring us? Can we expect a dramatic shift away from high interest rates and low housing supply? What about those recession rumors? Then there’s the National Association of Realtors legal battles to consider. Here’s where the real estate and investment experts at Arrived see us going (READ MORE)…


8 Tax Deductions for Homeowners

Homeownership offers many benefits. Not only is it a sound investment strategy, but it also comes with many tax benefits.

Here’s a quick look at the tax deductions available for homeowners, with a few bonus deductions available to real estate investors. Use it as a guide when you file your tax return.


What Is a Home Warranty?

As a first-time homebuyer, you may have saved for years for a down payment, put together the money for fees and insurance, and swallowed the moving costs. You may not have a lot of spare cash lying around in the weeks after your move to your new home.

So what happens if a major appliance malfunctions two days after you move in? Or the electrical or plumbing system suddenly breaks down? Your expensive homeowner's insurancy policy won't help you! It’s situations like this where a home warranty can come in handy. 

How to Buy a Second Home

Here’s what to consider before purchasing a 2nd home and how to buy one when you’re ready. Buying a second home can be a complicated process that will involve not just looking at the affordability of purchasing the home but also the costs associated with running it, the additional property taxes you’ll be responsible for, and the maintenance and repairs you may have to undertake.


 

The Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investing

For decades, real estate has been a reliable way to see a significant return on investment over time, even when the stock market is in turmoil. Since 2011, the average sale price of a home has nearly doubled. And...you can see both short-term and long-term gains from different types of investments.


How to Improve Your Credit Score Fast

Having good credit is essential to getting the best interest rates and terms and hearing “yes” more often from lenders. So, what if your credit score isn’t stellar? Credit scores change over time, which means you can boost a less-than-perfect or even poor credit score through strategic financial moves. First, you need to know how credit scores are calculated and how to find your credit history. Armed with knowledge and your score, these tactics may help improve your credit score fast.


How Are Mortgage Rates Determined?

Are you looking for the best possible mortgage rate? Do you want to know how mortgage rates are determined so that you can negotiate the best deal for yourself?

In this article, we’ll explain how lenders and other factors affect your mortgage interest rate, so you’ll feel confident about finding a loan that’s right for you. From understanding the Federal Reserve’s influence to tips for getting the best mortgage rate, read on to learn more about everything involved in securing an excellent deal on your investment property loan.

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