Home Buyer Tips

An accessory dwelling unit can make a property especially appealing. A detached guest house, converted garage, basement apartment, or backyard unit might provide space for relatives, a home office, or potential rental income. But when you are financing the purchase, that additional living space can introduce questions that would not necessarily exist with a more traditional single-family home. The Property Has to Be Evaluated TooMortgage approval is not based solely on the borrower's income, credit, assets, and debts. The property securing the mortgage also has to meet applicable requirements. When an ADU is present, the lender and appraiser may need…

When applying for a mortgage, buyers expect their income, credit, debts, assets, and employment to receive plenty of attention. Condo buyers can encounter another layer that sometimes comes as a surprise. Depending on the financing being used, the financial and operational condition of the condominium project itself may also matter. You Are Buying More Than the UnitA condominium purchase usually includes ownership of an individual unit along with an interest in shared areas and responsibilities. Those shared responsibilities are typically managed by a condominium or homeowners association. The association may collect dues, maintain common areas, purchase certain insurance coverage, fund…