Moving
Should You Sell Or Rent Your House?
Q: I have been unemployed for about 6 months and have just secured a job in another city. I will reach retirement age in about 6 or 7 years. I will most likely not retire in the new city I …
Moving And Applying For A Mortgage Without A Job
If you are moving to another state, and looking for a new job, wait until you have found that new job before applying for a mortgage and buying a new home. In the current economic crisis, lenders are more cautious about approving mortgage loans. Lenders will require extensive documentation and will require confirmation from your employer of your status of employment. Make sure you talk to a mortgage lender or mortgage broker about your move and job prospects before buying a new home or applying for a mortgage. Or you may find you’re unable to get to the closing table.
Moving Out During Home Renovation
During a home renovation, should you move out or try to live through it? You may be able to stick it out through smaller home repair jobs. However, construction is dirty, dusty and loud, and the whole renovation job will go much smoother if you move out. Watch this Expert Real Estate Tips video for opinions from builders on whether you should move out during your own home renovation job.
Moving For Better Public Schools
Should we move to a new house in a neighborhood with better schools or stay where we are and continue to pay for private schools? The monetary benefits might be worth it, but you should also think about what response your teenage child might have.
New Construction: Purchase Property, Hire Builders After Moving To Area
A couple nearly 2 years from retirement are planning a move out of state and ask for advice about purchasing property and beginning new construction before they move. The couple can wait to purchase property, hire builders and begin new construction until after they move to the new state. It’s too hard to purchase property, begin new construction and hire builders while still living out of state.
Tips To Prepare For Moving Day
Planning a move? New figures released by the National Association of Realtors indicate more homes are on the market. Here’s some advice to those planning on moving in the future, because it’s never too early to prepare for the big day.
Book Review: Moving, Scams and Teacher’s Salary
If your budget is tight, the last thing your personal finances need is a scam, a bad move or out of control spending. Three new books provide a lift for those who are trying to do more with their money, and provide much-needed advice for avoiding common traps and potholes. These books can benefit you and your finances as well as other sources, such as MovingScam.com, where you can get additional information.
Avoid Moving Company Scams
How can you pick the right moving company? It’s not all about finding the lowest price. Some movers are scam artists that will hold your belongings hostage until you pay up. Do your research and check out your movers with the Better Business Bureau and other professional organizations to help you select a moving company.
Moving Household Goods Not Stuff
A mover wants to correct some terminology. Movers say they move household goods, not “stuff.” A good mover will take care of your household goods during a move.
Moving Tips For A Stress-Free Move
Moving can be a stressful experience. Following these moving tips can make your move go smoother. Moving tips include researching movers, getting moving cost estimates and getting the best prices for boxes. Use these tips as a home moving checklist to make sure you get everything done for your move.
