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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 4 Things That Will Guarantee You Get a Mortgage
There are four things mortgage lenders look at when deciding whet... Read More

November 14, 2016

5 Reasons VA Loans Had Their Biggest Year Ever
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November 10, 2016

Yes, There’s a Special Mortgage Loan Just For Doctors
One of the more unique ways borrowers in the health care industry... Read More

November 7, 2016

4 Things Homebuyers Worried About a Housing Bubble Should Consider
It’s 2016, and home prices are rising near the levels of the ho... Read More

November 1, 2016

3 Ways the Cost of Your Mortgage Can Go Up Before You Close
Getting a mortgage can be a costly endeavor from the onset. Youâ€... Read More

October 25, 2016

When Does Paying Off Your Mortgage Ahead of Time Make Sense?
Many years ago, my wife and I hosted a neighborhood get together ... Read More

October 19, 2016