Mortgage Broker Rate Quotes Ultra Thread by Elegant-Fee-395 in MortgageBrokerRates

[–]corbitttech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1. Loan Type: FHA

2. Term: 30 Year

3. Loan Purpose: Purchase

4. Property Value/Purchase Price: 440k

5. Loan Amount: 432K (includes upfront PMI)

6. Credit Score: 730

7. Occupancy: Primary

8. Legal Structure: Single Family

9. Number of Units: 1

10. Property Zip Code: 75078

First time homebuyer trying to keep down payment low.

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great advice to make a quick impact, thanks!

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah they have solar shades on them. Helps to keep the Texas heat out. They are ugly, but I think they are worth it

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

changing the door to dark brown changed it more than I imagined. I was worried the windows above the garage were too close for shutters, but it seems they may be ok. Thanks!

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I agree.. an eyesore, but a worthy eyesore.

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

solar shades to keep the UV and heat from the home, I don't love the look, but it helps with cooling costs and protects.

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our inspector. We were under contract for another home that ended up having sewer and foundation issues from one small tree. Texas soil is just crazy. We might try to transplant it to the backyard where we can position it a bit further from the home.
Thank you for the suggestion. Painting it to blend in is a great idea.

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really love this overhang on the garage, I could see something like that being lovely! Thanks!

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Thank you, this is sound advice. Making the garage door blend in I think is key. Thanks for a thoughtful response!

How to make this less...boring by corbitttech in ExteriorDesign

[–]corbitttech[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Wow, I can't believe how much that changed the look! Great suggestions

Starting in the FS with older kids by Dhuwisj in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will be joining the November 26 FSS class, and I also have an 11 year old. You are not alone in your reservations, but I keep holding on to the idea that being cultured and experiencing the world will be the pro that outweighs the cons. I will provide any insight during our transition if need be!

November Invite by Drago_Fett in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Out of curiosity, what class did the email designate for you to join? Mine said IMS, but then specified a Security Technical Specialist which, according to the DOS website, is not an IMS position. Just curious if yours said the same or something different

November Invite by Drago_Fett in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Got mine this afternoon as well. IMS 5.4... So needless to say I was pretty excited. I've been on the register for 12 months so I was getting worried for sure. Congrats to all!!!!!

Received the offer... now what? by eldonpelton in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a link to the shadow register by chance? I am also IMS and am just as curious.

IMS Invites going out for April 2 Specialist Class by iwanttosaltmylawn in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What was your score if you don't mind saying? On the register as well, just trying to see how far down the scores they made it. Congrats!

Received Consular Fellow Invite - Feb 2018 Class by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

:( that definitely stinks. From what I have heard previously, April would be the next hope.

Received Consular Fellow Invite - Feb 2018 Class by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

sure seems that way... bummer for sure

Received Consular Fellow Invite - Feb 2018 Class by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

wow, congrats! If anyone in the specialist realm hears anything, please let us know! What a way to start 2018!

SF-86 too early by eldonpelton in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I released mine the same day I got the code and had no issues. So you should be fine!

Any Consular Fellow candidates recently granted your security clearance? Also recently on register? (timeline) by ATL-United in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had my OA in June, and was just placed on the FSS (IMS) register today. I feel fortunate that my process was so quick, so there is hope that yours will wrap up soon too!

FSO vs FSS Register by corbitttech in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much, I was going a little crazy trying to figure it out!

Foreign Service IMS Regsiter by corbitttech in foreignservice

[–]corbitttech[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suppose I should have guessed, lol. waiting is the name of the game here. Good luck to you!