by Mike Benson | Aug 1, 2024 | Real Estate Tips
The state of Vermont has made changes to the transfer taxes paid for a real estate sale. The transfer tax change will result in significantly higher tax for those buying a second home however someone buying a primary residence will see a decrease in the transfer tax...
by Mike Benson | Mar 20, 2023 | Real Estate Tips, VA Home Loan
The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has announced that they are reducing the funding fee on VA loans. The fee change will impact VA loans that close after April 7, 2023. Purchases, construction loans and cash out refinances backed by the VA will all benefit...
by Mike Benson | Jun 30, 2022 | Real Estate Tips
Historically it has been believed that you need a 20% down payment to buy a home. This qualification can be limiting to say the least and with home prices on the rise it can seem nearly impossible to save up that size down payment. Thankfully today home buyers can...
