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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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How to Shave Years Off a 30-Year Mortgage
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The 5 Biggest Questions for First-Time Homebuyers
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September 20, 2015

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The 5-Minute Checklist for New Homebuyers
When you are trying to get approved for a mortgage you can afford... Read More

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