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10 Tips to Secure the Best Interest Rate on your Mortgage

Article originally published December 13th, 2017. Updated February 16th, 2023. Buying a home is an extensive process. It includes marshaling your assets, reviewing your credit—and potentially trying to improve it—and shopping for a house that meets your wants and needs. That’s all before you enter the process of applying for a mortgage and considering your... Read More

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The Worst Things You Can Do Before Buying a Home
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January 27, 2014

4 Tips for a Smooth Home Appraisal
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January 26, 2014

15 Real Estate Buzzwords Explained
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January 24, 2014

Selling a Home? 5 Things to Ask Your Real Estate Agent
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January 23, 2014

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January 22, 2014

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