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How to Plan for a Smooth Move-in
With all of the rigmarole that goes into packing up your old home and moving into the new one, there are a lot of details that can get lost in the mix. From cleaning up the old house to handing over...
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Taking A Closer Look At Affordability: Renting And Buying
There are many people who are looking at the housing market wondering if now is the time to make the jump from renting to owning. At the same time, is it more affordable to rent a home? Or, is it a...
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 26, 2021
Last week’s economic reporting included readings from the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index, data on sales of new and previously-owned homes, and weekly reports on mortgage...
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Homeownership And The American Dream: Is It Changing?
There are a few parts of American culture that people believe define this country. One element is the dream of homeownership. There is a strong belief that people need a place to call home. Therefore,...
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FHA Cash-Out Refinance – Are You Eligible?
If you have equity in your home, you may wonder how you can access it. You don’t want to sell your home, but you know you’ve earned a profit from it. We have many options to secure your home’s equity,...
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S&P Case-Schiller Indices Report Record Rise in Home Prices
Home prices continued to rise at record rates in May according to S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices. National home prices rose by 16.60 percent year-over-year in May as compared to 14.80 percent...
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Will Missing Mortgage Payments Impact My FICO Score? Yes – and Here’s How
If you’re like most homeowners, you probably believe that one missed mortgage payment won’t have a noticeable impact on your FICO score. People get behind now and then, and besides, you’ve been...
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 2, 2021
Last week’s economic reporting included readings on home prices, new and pending home sales, and the post-meeting statement of the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee. Weekly readings on mortgage...
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The Down Payment: Four Great Reasons To Make The Largest Down Payment You Can...
If you’re looking for a new home, you’ve probably heard lots of advice about down payments. About how it’s okay to just have a five percent down payment – you’ll still get approved. About how you...
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What To Know About Home Loans for Renovation Projects
When people are looking for a home, they are often looking for something that is move-in ready. While this might make the process easier, this can also make the home much more expensive. It is still...
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The Process Of Buying A New Construction Home
Because the housing market is so competitive right now, many buyers are looking at alternative options. Instead of looking for a resale home, some buyers are considering a new home. What is the...
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Money Matters: Understanding How a Mortgage Loan Can Be a Productive Investment
Most people tend to think of a mortgage loan as a necessary evil, an expense that has to be managed. But under the right circumstances, your mortgage can become a smart investment – something that...
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 9, 2021
Last week’s economic reporting included readings on construction spending, consumer sentiment, labor sector reports on public and private sector jobs, and national unemployment. Weekly readings for...
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The Top Tips for Saving Money On Energy Bills
There are many homeowners who are looking for ways to reduce their monthly expenses. One way to do that is to target energy bills and expenditures. Homeowners might be able to make a few changes and...
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What To Do Before Interest Rates Rise
Mortgage rates are still low, but they are going up. This is creating a rush of people looking to buy homes before interest rates rise again. While it is difficult to predict when rates will go up...
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4 Things You Absolutely Should Not Do After You Apply for a Mortgage
If you have a good credit history and are prepared to invest in a home, you may be feeling pretty confident about the mortgage process. However, it’s important to be aware that there are things that...
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A Home Inspection: What To Expect
The process of buying a home can be exciting and stressful, with one important task being the home inspection. All real estate professionals will likely recommend a home inspection. This is usually a...
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 16, 2021
Last week’s economic reporting included readings on job openings, inflation, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. Job Openings Rise as...
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Understanding the Jumbo Mortgage and Why Refinancing These Mortgages is...
It seems like everything is getting jumbo sized these days. Jumbo sized soft drinks. Jumbo sized fast food meals. Jumbo sized smartphones. But one thing that nobody thought would get jumbo sized? Is...
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Is It Time To Create A Home Office: What To Know
Office work has changed significantly during the past few years. With many people working well from home, numerous employers are becoming open to the possibility of allowing their employees to work...
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