Category: Home Buying Tips
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After the Closing: 25 Things You Need To Do
Closing on a new home in Delaware is a long process. But even after the last signature has been obtained, you still have a few things to do. Use this checklist to guide you. 1. Change your address Contact the post office when you have a moving date set. You can change your address in […]
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What to Know Before Buying a Townhome
Townhomes are an increasingly popular option for homeowners, particularly those who are purchasing their first home. This is because, while townhomes are more affordable than single family homes, they offer the same lifestyle perks. Plus, they tend to have generous square footage for home buyers who are interested in growing their family. In particular, the […]
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5 Ways to Know You Found the Right House
When it comes to choosing a new home for you and your family, searching for “The One” is often an emotionally-charged experience. Montchanin Builders strives to take the guesswork and stress out of the process, offering master-planned communities in Delaware that provide luxurious, all-amenity living at affordable prices. While the externals and price point are […]
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5 Ways to Boost Your Home’s Value
As soon as you become a proud homeowner, you’ll likely start to think about your home’s value. Home value is a major issue, and not just for homeowners who are getting ready to put the property up for sale. By increasing your home’s value, you’re also increasing the equity you own in your home. It’s […]
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Owning vs. Renting: How Montchanin Builders Can Help
Signing the lease on one’s first apartment is a thrilling moment. If you’re like many people, you probably have dreamt of moving into your own apartment while living in college dorms or at your parents’ house. But the glow of independence quickly fades when you realize that you aren’t allowed to make cosmetic changes to […]
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Top 4 Reasons to Own Instead of Rent
In 2012, real estate authority Trulia reported that the great American dream of home ownership was poised for a strong comeback following the sub-prime mortgage crisis of 2007-2009. The prediction held true: the housing market grew stronger as Americans found that buying a home was often more affordable than renting one – particularly in major […]
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Buy Or Rent Your New Home? It’s No Contest
Advantages of buying a new home over renting If you’ve been looking at homes for sale in Philadelphia or the immediate surrounding area, you’ve asked yourself the question, “Do I rent or buy?” In a recent blog entry in the Philadelphia Business Journal, Francis Hilario refers to a Trulia study that finds it’s 48% cheaper to […]
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U.S. Homes Valued at $25 Trillion, Prices Climbing
Price gains on homes for sale in Philadelphia, nationwide According a real estate assessment by Willow, the total combined value of all U.S. based homes exceeds $25 trillion in 2013, a figure that has increased markedly over last year. While this bodes well for the economy, those who are searching homes for sale in Philadelphia […]
