Well we got some good news today

[underpants]

Suddenly first time home buyers. We’ve rented at a ridiculously low rate for years. In May were were informed by the management company that the owner wanted to sell the house, in 60 days.

A frantic home search ensued and we picked a house. BTW - my military service really paid off here in many ways. The last step was the appraisal....

We got it today. $12K more than the sell price. Instant equity.

[RKP5637]

1. Congratulations!!!

[Thomas Hurt]

2. Yeah! Congratulations

Now you have yard work and handyman jobs to take up some of your time.

[SWBTATTReg]

3. Congratulations on your new home...it's a feeling only other homeowners feel...truly your...

own castle...best wishes to you all!

[asiliveandbreathe]

4. Yes, your military service should really pay off...our son Ret. Navy 21 years - had the

same good experience....most fortunate for you....now just one thought, when you sign papers be sure ALL the expenses are categorized, appraisal, home inspection, etc....our son got the bill 3 months after signing for the home inspection..as he looked closer at the signed docs..he realized it wasn't included..the reason given..the home inspector didn't get the paper work in, in time..

Just an FYI - congratulations on your home purchase....

[underpants]

7. Thanks. Inspection was 2 weeks ago. My lending company supports Vets by...

Waiving lending fees and paying for the appraisal

Due to my VA Loan eligibility no money down. The appraisal was probably done by a Vet too.

[asiliveandbreathe]

10. Yes, and yes, and yes, very fortunate....as son would say - carry-on, trust but verify...

[secondwind]

32. If a person has 100% disability from the VA, they

are exempt from real estate taxes. That’s another biggie.

[Maraya1969]

5. Congratulations!!!

I'm very happy for you!

[LuckyCharms]

6. Congratulations!

Good news indeed!

[tazkcmo]

8. Congratulations! n/t

[safeinOhio]

9. I'm in my 5th

Never again home.

[barbtries]

11. i finally bought my own home 3 years ago.

I've already gained about 50k in equity. well worth it. should have done it sooner but I came to NC from CA where i always knew i could never own a home.

[Sucha NastyWoman]

12. Congratulations! Real estate is almost always a great investment

And even better, you get to live in this investment.

[Botany]

13. You are gonna need a good landscaper

Plenty natives!

[underpants]

15. Got it covered

Me and dirt understand each other

[Botany]

18. My I Suggest:

Bringing Nature Home by Doug Tallamy

Attracting Native Pollinators.

The Hidden Life of Trees


and if you pmail what part of the nation you live in I might be able to help you out with some info

[trof]

14. Congrats. Interest rate?

[underpants]

16. 4.2

Apparently I have fairly good credit. Who knew?

[trof]

19. 30 year fixed?

[underpants]

22. Yep

Lending fees and appraisal paid by the lender due to my VA Loan eligibility. No money down. Sellers paying $5K of closing costs. Out of the blue I walked it this.

[trof]

30. Sounds like a good deal to ,me. Way to go!

[smirkymonkey]

17. Congratulations!

Good for you!

[stuffmatters]

20. Awesome and happy wishes to you and your family in your new home..

[pnwmom]

21. How exciting! Congratulations and best wishes for you and your new house! n/t

[True Blue American]

24. Yes!

Congratulations! Now your money is going into something you will get back.

[Karadeniz]

23. Congratulations! Hope you enjoy it for many years to come!

[AllaN01Bear]

25. eggscllent news .

[LakeArenal]

26. Dreams come true, baby. Dreams come true.

PS Thanks for your service.

[FakeNoose]

27. Welcome to the wonderful world of home ownership

J.K.! It's great news - congratulations!

[LostinRed]

28. Congratulations

Nice to get the equity right away.

[onlyadream]

29. So happy for you!

Better than renting, throwing money out the window. Congrats!

[elleng]

31. Congrats!

[Phentex]

33. Sweet!

That's great news.