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December 2020

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Millennial Money: Home costs don’t stop at a down payment

By SARA RATHNER NerdWallet

If you’re saving for your first home, there’s no shortage of advice out there — some of it questionable, even if you do have an avocado toast habit. Still, it’s true that your down payment may be the biggest check you ever write. But once you move in, it’s also true that the cash tends to just keep flying out of your bank account like that money-withwings emoji. If you drain your savings on closing day, you’ll have to delay furnishings or repairs, to say nothing of less-pressing cosmetic changes. A sizable cash cushion makes the cost of owning a home more manageable. But even if you lack that cushion, it helps to at least know what to expect and what else you may need to finance or start saving for again. Here’s what I learned.

1. THINGS WILL BREAK

I’ve lost count of the handymen, electricians and plumbers who have paraded through the home my husband and I bought in October 2019. As I type this, our dryer is being repaired for the second time since we moved in. All told, we’ve spent around $1,300 on small fixes. Repairing issues yourself is cost-effective, but only if you know what you’re doing. If a repair involves dangerous work, or you lack the skills and equipment to do it safely and correctly, hire a licensed and insured professional.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

— PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE HOME INSPECTION. “Leaking roofs, mold, electrical and plumbing issues are the mostly commonly noted concerns on an inspection report,” says Day Coker, owner of AC by Day C, an HVAC maintenance and repair company based in High Point, North Carolina. If the inspection turns up issues, negotiate with the seller to either repair them or lower the selling price. — FIND OUT THE AGE OF MAJOR APPLIANCES. When you can estimate how many years an appliance has left, you can save up for its replacement. — CREATE A REPAIR FUND. Aim to save around $5,000, says Chelsea Lipford Wolf, co-host of the “Today’s Homeowner” TV show and creator of “Checking In With Chelsea,” a home improvement blog and video series. “That would cover most home systems that you would need to repair to keep your house running.”

2. YOU’LL WANT TO MAKE YOUR HOUSE A HOME

As a renter, you may have put up with lumpy sofas or rickety chairs, thinking eventually you’d have “real” furniture in your own home like the kind you see at a carefully staged open house. But you’re purchasing a structure; the furnishings typically don’t come with it. We spent around $8,000 on furniture this year. Another sneaky expense? Smaller accessories like towel racks, shower curtains, shelves, and storage bins that make a space functional.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

— SAVE ON FURNITURE AND DECOR. Brand-new, solid wood furniture is expensive, but antiques are well-constructed and can be had for a fraction of the price. Between antique

stores, estate sales and We lucked out with modCraigslist, we spent less ern outlets, but not enough to score high-quality of them. We hired an elecpieces. trician at $75 an hour to in— DO THE SMALL stall more than a dozen STUFF YOURSELF. additional outlets. Neither When in doubt, watch a our house nor our neightutorial on YouTube or bor’s was sold as a fixerask for guidance at a upper. hardware store. I’ve “The first year of homehung art, shelving and ownership is usually spent curtain rods, and our finding out all of the flaws current project is paintyou didn’t notice during ing our guest room, open house and the final which doubles as my ofwalkthrough,” Coker says. fice. We hire a handyWHAT SHOULD man only for more YOU DO? complicated work. — BE NOSY AT THE — PLAN FOR THE OPEN HOUSE. Pepper the BIG STUFF. “Beyond AP Photo real estate agent with questhe first year, that’s when you see people When it comes to buying a home, it’s common to focus all your tions, flip all the light taking on bigger proj- saving efforts on the down payment. But set a savings goal for switches and open all the ects,” Wolf says. other homeownership costs, too, especially in that first year. closets. Look for furniture in an illogical place, which “They’ve had a chance may be covering damage. to live in their house and use the space.” Begin to budget for renovations, especially if you “It’s perfectly acceptable to lift up a rug to make sure there’s nothneed to hire a general contractor. Wolf recommends getting on the ing funky under there,” Wolf says. — ASSESS WHAT CAN WAIT FOR LATER. Your home incontractor’s schedule during their low season and buying some items when they happen to be on sale, even if the installation has spector can identify what needs to be fixed now and what can wait. You can begin saving for future renovations while you make do to wait. with the cramped kitchen or lackluster backyard. 3. EVEN ‘MOVE-IN-READY’ HOMES NEED WORK — DON’T PUT OFF MAINTENANCE. Little issues balloon into A new neighbor told me she spent $500 on an electrician to re- expensive repairs. Routine maintenance on even new appliances place older, ungrounded electrical outlets throughout her house. and systems can help them last longer and run more efficiently.

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Leigh Ann Perdue Watne, REALTORS® Top Producer of the Month of October 2020. I was born and raised in Ray, ND where my husband, Jim and I still reside. We have 3 grown children and 2 adorable grandchildren. After graduation from Ray High School, I attended Minot State University. I retired from the US Postal Service in 2012, after 25 years of serving Williston, Alamo, Noonan, Stanley and Tioga. I am a volunteer with the American Red Cross and enjoy time with friends, family (especially my grandchildren) as well as reading, hiking and attending concerts. I look forward to helping you with your real estate buying and selling needs and can be reached by calling 701-641-0150 or by email at LeighAnn@MinotHomes.com

Congratulations!

Gracia Eman Watne, REALTORS® Top Sales Professional of the Month of October 2020. Hi! I’m Gracia. It is pronounced Gray-sha. I have lived in Minot all my life and joined the Watne team in 2019. Real estate has always been interesting to me, and I am excited to be a part of it. I have a high school aged daughter and 2 Scottish Terriers at home. I purchased that home for us in 2020, and it is the perfect fit. That being said, I’m recent with the anxieties of purchasing your first home and any home in general. Everyone deserves an agent that will do the work for them and take the pressure off. I am that agent! After bartending and serving for the past 9 years, I gained exceptionally good customer service skills that help with both clients and outside help such as other agents, bankers, and insurance agents. Having a cleaning company for 10 years has taught me the value of hard work. I use these skills as a Realtor every day. I look forward to helping clients get in their perfect fit, sell what they have outgrown, upsize, etc. Please contact me if you think I would be a good fit for you! I can be reached by calling 701263-1295 or emailing Gracia@MinotHomes.com.

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Katie Ressler Alliance Real Estate: Welcome To Our New Agent. Katie has been an active member of the Minot community for 13 years now, and is so excited to be turning that community focus toward real estate. She studied Business Management & Marketing at MSCTC Moorhead. Passionate about residential and commercial real estate, Katie has continued to leverage her know-how and experience to exceed her client’s expectations. With a passion for service in the Minot area, Katie is ready to help with your home buying and selling needs. As a proud member of the Alliance Real Estate family, Katie carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service into everything she does. When Katie isn’t making home ownership dreams come true for her clients, she enjoys spending time with her family, camping, and serving her community via different non-profits. For all your real estate needs, call Katie 701-340-8594 or email to buyandsellminot@gmail.com. www.AllianceRE.net

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IS IT TIME TO REFINANCE? It’s been a couple years since you purchased your home and you’re hearing the term “refinance” more and more often in the media, especially now that mortgage rates are so low. So, you start to wonder – should I refinance my mortgage? How much could I really save by refinancing? Is it really worth the paperwork? Let’s discuss.

Refinancing Your Mortgage

Refinancing is the process of paying off your existing home loan by getting a new mortgage with a new rate and term. Most often, people refinance their mortgage to: Decrease the Monthly Payment: In today’s low rate environment, you may be able to lock in a lower interest rate. Also, if you’ve improved your credit score since you applied for your current mortgage you might qualify for an even lower rate. Reducing the rate will decrease the monthly payment, but keep in mind that you are starting a new loan that may have a longer term than what you had remaining on your existing loan. Shorten the Length (Term) of the Mortgage: Instead of decreasing your monthly payment, it may make sense to choose a loan with a shorter term instead, like moving from a 30-year term to a fixed mortgage with a 15-year term. This decision may slightly increase your monthly payment, but you’d end up paying off your loan in half the time of a 30year mortgage, saving you money in the end. Change to a Different Mortgage Program: When refinancing, you’ll choose what type of new mortgage makes the most sense for your situation and the current rate environment. One type of mortgage program is an adjustable rate mortgage. These loans have an interest rate that changes over time. Since the rate is adjustable, your monthly payments could increase. If you currently have an adjustable rate mortgage, you may be able to convert to a fixed rate mortgage and worry less about fluctuating rates by refinancing. Cash-out on your Home’s Equity: Homeowners who have equity built up in their home and can use that equity to fund home renovation projects with a cash-out refinance. This refinance replaces an existing mortgage with a new home loan for more than is owed on the home. The borrower receives the difference in cash. This is an attractive option for those looking to renovate, as ideally the renovation will add value to the home plus the interest rate from the refinance is lower than borrowing from another loan source. Homeowners may also use a cash-out refinance to pay off or consolidate debt.

How a Refinance Works

Refinancing your mortgage is very similar to the process you experienced when getting your current home loan. You’ll need to fill out an application, gather necessary financial documents and work with a mortgage lender to obtain new financing. Refinancing comes with closing costs similar to when you purchased your home; however, these costs can often be included in your financing. Although you can finance closing costs, it’s important to understand your break-even point when deciding if refinancing makes sense. A lender can give you an estimate that includes all of the closing costs. Then, take your total closing costs from the refinance and divide it by your monthly payment savings. That equals the number of

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Jocelyn Herslip, is an Executive Mortgage Officer with The HOME Team at Town & Country Credit Union. To contact Jocelyn or get more information on pre-qualification, visit www.townandcountry.org. Town & Country Credit Union is an Equal Housing Lender, NMLS# 704437.

months before you’ll break even on your investment into the refinance. If that breakeven point comes well before you plan to move onto your next home or is in the near future if you’re not planning on moving, the refinance could be worth it. If your breakeven is well into the future and doesn’t align with your goals, refinancing might not be right for you at this time.

Getting Started

While there are plenty of refinancing calculators available online to help you determine if refinancing is a good fit for you, it’s best to set up a meeting with a local mortgage lender to know for sure. They’ll analyze your unique situation and help you determine whether or not a refinance would benefit you in the long run based on the current market. Get started today to determine how much you could save.

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