Showing posts with label Home Renovation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Home Renovation. Show all posts

Thursday, August 8, 2013

How Qualification Perfect Home Renovation

How do you know if the old house you have your eye on is not going to be a big disappointment ? Simple . Your Realtor will be qualified candidates in an older neighborhood so we will find the right home for you .

First , he would ensure that the money you will invest in your project is supported by the environment . Is keeping with the nature of their neighbors and with their landscaping ? Are they adding new windows , addition or garage ? Is the environment in a convenient location to shopping , major roads , hospitals , restaurants , theaters , and other services such as doctors , dentists , salons , etc. ? And lastly , is a quiet neighborhood , while still being 10 minutes away from everything ?

Second , after he had identified your ideal property , he will prepare the purchase contract that states the terms of the loan will be FHA 203K Renovation Loan ( both Streamline or Consultant ) . The clock starts ticking after the seller agrees to the terms and then you need to get with the contractor and / or consultant to complete the HUD estimate and scope of work . A knowledgeable inspections will minimize your risk . Where he will need the help is through the negotiation process so that you set the cost for the renovation loan if you need to repair the roof , termite damage repair or updating the HVAC system .

Third , he worked with leading and well-established contractor providing certain documentation that they specialize in plumbing, electrical , HVAC , carpentry work , etc. For $ 25,000 FHA 203K Streamline loan , it will help facilitate a complete contract package so everyone will be true and evenly replaced . For example , he would pay $ 5,000 a roofer with two party check ( from $ 10,000 ) for start , ordering materials and the same thing will happen to GC / handyman carpenter / painter , who will receive $ 7,500 ( from $ 15,000 ) . Within two to three weeks of the closing , each contractor will receive their balances . Once all work is completed , the assessment will then be returned to the property , and verify that the work was officially done in accordance with the offer .

I suggest having a contingency of 10-20 % of the cost of the contract , so that your loan will be $ 30,000 renovation , instead of maxing out at $ 35,000 as your upper limit for FHA 203K Streamline loan . This contingency of $ 3 to 6.000 will help improve safety termite problems , dangerous , fungi , or . And if you come in under the price of your repair , you can reduce the time of the loan .

Of course there is a lot of fear of the unknown when you want an older home , but with a good realtor as your guide , you can focus on your pace and not at scary things behind your walls .