Fall is here and as the leaves change colors you may be asking yourself, what would make my home the one I’ve always dreamed of? Maybe an inground pool, a backyard deck or... »
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As homeowners across the country spend more and more time at home, there’s been an explosion of home remolding. With the fall season arriving, you may also be feeling the need to change... »
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Let’s break down exactly why a fixer-upper is a great choice and how you can turn one into the home you’ve always dreamed of.
Many homebuyers look for the “perfect” home rather than the... »
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While having a comfortable home is always a priority, it’s more important than ever as we’re spending more and more time at home. For some of us, this includes working from home as... »
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When you first bought your house, everything felt new and there was a sense of excitement about your home. As time goes on, however, you may discover that your current home no longer... »
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Whether you’re hosting a few out-of-towners for the weekend or housing the entire extended family, the holidays can force you to realize how much more space your home really needs. Using a 203(k)... »
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One of the best parts of homeownership? You are in the driver’s seat when it comes to choosing home financing options. When it’s time to fund a renovation, you can pick from a... »
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A common mortgage myth related to renovation is that you have to own your home for a million years before you can renovate. When in fact, you can take advantage of a renovation... »
Read More of the post Mortgage Mythbusting: Renovation Edition
We’ve all been there: you’re enjoying one of your favorite home renovation shows wondering how you can have the updated features of your dreams at a price you can afford. As the nation’s... »
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For the second year in a row, the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) endorsement summary report has Homebridge ranked as the #1 203(k) renovation lender of the year. Setting the standard,... »
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The Chapman VA Loan Team at HomeBridge Financial now features the VA Renovation Loan
What is a HomeBridge VA Renovation Loan?
As the #1 renovation lender in the U.S., HomeBridge Financial... »
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Considering selling your home in the next year or two? You may be surprised to hear that some of the simpler home improvement projects often bring the greatest return on your investment when... »
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There are many things to look at when deciding to buy a home. In addition to determining what you can afford (start with our mortgage calculator) and what type of loan works best for your personal... »
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Historic Renovation with a 203(k) Loan
This home was originally built in the 1700s. The 203(k) loan Renovation was used to upgrade to current standards.
The fireplace... »
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A realtor approached me after a renovation CE class and asked me why I like doing FHA 203(k) and Conventional HomeStyle Renovation loans when they are so much "extra work".
Sunday Fun Days give a... »
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I recently read an article that portrayed the 1970s as an age of pivotal change. Novelist Tom Wolf even named the 1970s the “Me Decade.” During this time FHA/HUD rolled out a new... »
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These are the home improvements experts say will return more of their cost when you sell:
New exterior siding. Upscale fiber cement siding pays back an average 78% of its cost. Foam-backed insulated vinyl siding... »
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As summer approaches and the temperatures heat up, many people are thinking about swimming pools. Whether you are building a new home and want to add a pool into your closing or currently... »
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The question comes often - is there a renovation loan for VA loans or homes where buyers want/need to use VA financing? The answer is no, but there are solutions that can help... »
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Did you know that HomeBridge Financial Services can help you do improvements to a home you already own or a home you want to purchase? We offer a variety of renovation loans that... »
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