Adelaida “Ady” M. Artime, P.A., Berkshire Hathaway EWM Realty.Phone: (786) 512-2467
Email: [email protected]
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A good credit score is a basic requirement for traditional home loans, but can you get home improvement loans with bad credit? Home improvement loans meant specifically for remodeling, renovating or repairing your home have similar financial requirements, but can offer a bit more flexibility. Here are the important things to know:
Lenders generally require a minimum credit score of 660-700 to qualify for a home improvement loan. While some approve lower scores, the trade-off is usually a much higher interest rate on the loan.
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) offers loans for borrowers with lower credit scores. If you need financing with lower credit, both the FHA 203(k) renovation loan and FHA Title I loan programs are worth investigating.
To borrow against your house, you need to take out a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit (HELOC). These options use your home as collateral, and allow you to borrow money against the total value. Home equity loans are better for large, one-time projects, while a HELOC is more helpful for funding smaller ongoing projects.
The best ways to build and increase your credit score are to:
Unfortunately, improving your credit score won't happen overnight. If you're in need of a time-sensitive renovation, consider these options for obtaining financing - regardless of your credit history.
In her role as a real estate and relocation specialist in South Florida and Northern Virginia, Ady Artime prides herself on providing the highest level of service, confidentiality and professionalism to her clients. Based on her own experience as a government liaison, Ady is in familiar territory working with high powered individuals. She possesses a discreet and confidential work ethic, and her keen eye, attention to detail, and experience with multi-million dollar properties have earned her a high-profile, loyal clientele that expect the best from their realtor.
Known for her expertise and strong background in interior design, she stands out from other real estate agents. When a satisfied client says that Ady knows real estate "inside and out", the statement is to be taken literally. Over the course of her career, she has received recognition as an award-winning interior designer. She has designed and implemented interiors for countless luxury projects throughout the United States, and Europe. Her extensive knowledge of all facets of design, including working with architects and construction teams, led to a natural progression into the real estate arena and gives her a definite edge over the competition in serving her clients.
As and agent in South Florida and North Virginia, Ady lends her real estate expertise and design savvy to buyers and sellers. Ady's mission is to develop a faithful, repeat clientele by providing them with superior service and value. She is passionate about her work and takes the time to understand each client's needs and goals to accurately assess the options she provides. From overseeing the staging of a listed property in order to fetch the highest possible price to analyzing a potential purchase from a design and architectural perspective.
