Home Ownership Trends Are Shifting… Keep Reading To Find Out How They Might Make Owning A Home In Bloomington/Normal Even Easier… Credit-score-based mortgages… they were once the primary way of buying a house… but these traditional methods of purchasing a home are becoming less common than in decades past. The American Dream is shifting and the … Continued
Owning a home — it’s part of the American Dream! Home ownership gives a sense of freedom, security, and permanence. Americans dream of growing up, finding a home, and starting a family; they dream of owning their own piece of land and proudly knowing “it’s mine.” Millions of families want a nice home, a white … Continued
Renting to own a home in Bloomington/Normal, or any city for that matter, isn’t a new concept… but the whole process of “renting to own a house” is a process that most people have questions about. Well, you’re in the right place! This article will walk you through what to look for if you’re looking for … Continued
Why rent when you can own in Bloomington/Normal IL? Great question! If you’re looking for Bloomington/Normal houses for rent you may want to consider your other options as a potential homeowner in the Bloomington/Normal area. Most locals who are looking for homes to rent in Bloomington/Normal are likely looking at renting as their only option … Continued
So, you’re looking for a place to rent in Bloomington/Normal? As you’ve already seen… there are a lot of options in the Bloomington/Normal area for housing. All the way from apartments in Bloomington/Normal to rental houses in Bloomington/Normal… condos… mobile homes, and more. But if you’re struggling to decide if you want to rent an … Continued
This question comes up again and again… and honestly, the answer this question has changed in recent years based on new laws enacted that affect what a home owner can do when they’re selling their house under a rent to own agreement. One of the big benefits of owning a house is that you (hopefully) … Continued
A really common question and concern from people looking at renting to own a Bloomington/Normal house is “are you required to buy the house in a rent to own home contract ?” at the end of the rental term. As an example… … lets say you found a great Bloomington/Normal rent to own home and … Continued
If you’ve spent time driving around Bloomington/Normal IL or browsing Craigslist or other sites, you may have seen advertisements that read, “Own a home for $500/month. No credit check!” While it seems too good to be true, local rent-to-own homes are a viable option that many Bloomington/Normal residents are taking advantage of. But… Are Bloomington/Normal Rent-to-Own Homes a … Continued
One of the first questions we get from potential tenant buyers of our local Bloomington/Normal IL rent to own homes / lease option homes is “how do rent to own homes work in Bloomington/Normal?” With a flooded real estate market, especially since the bubble burst of the mid-2000’s, rent-to-own homes have become a popular option for … Continued
So, you’re looking at moving and you’re not sure if renting or owning a local Bloomington/Normal IL home is right for you? You’re not sure if one is a better financial decision than the other? You’re not sure if you’ll be able to find the type of house or apartment you’d like to live in? … Continued
In today’s article, we’ll take a look at some tips on renting a home in Bloomington/Normal that you should consider when renting your next home in Bloomington/Normal. As property values plummeted over the latter part of the 2000’s, many people began to turn to renting. There are plenty of reasons to rent as opposed to purchasing a home, including … Continued
You’re trying to sell a Bloomington/Normal IL house that just won’t sell? And yet – the news says the real estate market is heating up. The media is practically shouting again about multiple offers, high demand, and record-setting prices. So where’s your contract? These tips could be just what you need to help you sell your Bloomington/Normal … Continued
First, we’re so sorry for your loss. This can be a very challenging time for many reasons, and dealing with property ownership is tough at the best of times. You’re thinking, “I inherited a house, what to do with this house?” Should I rent it? Should I sell it? How should I sell it? Tons … Continued
If you’ve gotten a foreclosure notice of default and want to know what the heck is going on, keep reading. Basically, a foreclosure notice of default is a document that has to be filed by a lender to start the process of foreclosure. The foreclosure notice of default must be sent to anyone who has … Continued
When you fall behind on your mortgage payments on your Bloomington/Normal home, it can feel like you’re drowning in debt. Even if you’re able to make your monthly payment, catching up on a past due balance can be an overwhelming challenge. There are a few options that can help you to avoid foreclosure in Bloomington/Normal and … Continued
