Is Renting Really Better Than Owning a Home? We Think Not! Owning versus renting is an age-old debate. It’s no secret that housing costs have increased in recent years. This has caused many people to rethink the idea of buying a home and instead, opt for renting. But is renting really better than owning a […]
A duplex is a two-family structure. There is some misconception that a duplex is just for investors, but this is simply not true. With the rising rates, some smart home buyers are looking at a duplex as their housing option. This does not require any special financing. HUD allows for two-family homes with FHA financing. […]
Designed to house multiple generations in one property, multigenerational homes are making a comeback. With the prices of homes on the rise and a sneaking sense of a recession in the air, many families are considering living together. This can work for some but might be tricky. Here are some multigenerational home scenarios: A recent […]
Home buying probably ranks as one of the biggest personal investments one can make. Being organized and in control will contribute significantly to getting the best home deal possible with the least amount of stress. It’s important to anticipate the steps required to achieve your housing goal successfully and to build a plan of action […]
Living in Atlanta, we define the City in much broader terms. Georgians consider the surrounding five metro counties to be Atlanta. There are USDA loans available in these counties. For example, north of the city in Forsyth County, there are pockets that allow USDA 100% financing loans. USDA has a very nice search tool. It […]