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No Money Down Financing?

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Joyce Albert

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Yes!  . . . and it is not a gimmick nor is it VA. It is a little known federal program called USDA Rural Development. Unlike most loans, a USDA-RD loan is unique in that the property itself is the … Continue reading →

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Use Your Own Agent When Buying a Home

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Joyce Albert
for sale by owner

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When you see a ‘for sale’ sign, are you tempted to call the agent? …Try to negotiate price and terms with the very person hired by the seller to represent the seller? Come on… You’re smarter than that!! What about … Continue reading →

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How Much Home Can You Afford?

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Joyce Albert

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As you’ve probably seen by now, there are beautiful homes in every price range. Right? And with so many homes coming on the market every month, how can you possibly choose? Well, the answer is, take it in logical steps. … Continue reading →

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Orleans Parish, First Time Homebuyers

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Joyce Albert

Are You a First Time Homebuyer? . . . if so, you may be eligible for a ‘Soft Second’ A ‘soft second’ is money provided only to first time homebuyers. The program will provide funds, up to $65,000, to cover your down payment … Continue reading →

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Free Money for First Time Homebuyers

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Joyce Albert

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Yes!   . . . And it’s called a ‘Soft Second’ A ‘soft second’ is money provided only to first time homebuyers. The program will provide up to 20% for a down payment (limited to $30,000 and a $200,000 home price … Continue reading →

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Covington, LA

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Joyce Albert

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Tradition runs deep in Covington, co-existing alongside innovation and progress and a love of the arts. Covington enjoys a community of the arts, from painting to acting, sewing to singing. If you consider yourself an artist, Covington is the place … Continue reading →

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Mandeville LA –

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Joyce Albert

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Located in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana is the city of Mandeville, LA. It is on the northshore of Lake Pontchartrain and across the lake from New Orleans and is part of the New Orleans suburbs. Being a part of the … Continue reading →

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SLIDELL, LA

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Joyce Albert

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SLIDELL, LA is on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain, nestled in the southeastern tip of St. Tammany Parish. Surrounded by rivers and bayous, Slidell is the largest municipality in the parish, growing from a population of 364 in 1890 to … Continue reading →

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Abita Springs, LA –

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Joyce Albert

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Nestled right next door to Covington, Abita Springs is a picturesque town known for its historic district and its refreshing spring water. Abita Springs has that small town atmosphere everyone who lives in the big city craves. Originally, Abita Springs … Continue reading →

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What is ‘Agency’?

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Joyce Albert

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The LA Real Estate Commission requires that when a real estate agent meets you for the first time, face to face – and before showing you homes, discussing financing, or anything other than simply answering questions  – that we provide you … Continue reading →

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Mortgage Choices: FHA 203k? …or HomePath Loan?

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Joyce Albert

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In this market, agents are quite often asked which is better… An FHA 203k or a Fannie Mae Homepath loan? The following is a reprint from a blog by Justin McHood who works for Academy Mortgage and is based in … Continue reading →

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